Software Engineer - Build Systems, Compilers and Languages
Develops core features for cloud-based build systems and compilers, optimizing scalability and performance. Requires expertise in build tools like Bazel/CMake, Linux/cloud infrastructure, and languages like Java/C++/Rust.
About the job
Key Responsibilities
- Build Systems Expertise: Work on core features related to build systems and compilers, focusing on scalability and real-time performance.
- Open-Source Contribution: Contribute to and improve open-source projects like Bazel, gRPC, and others.
- Platform Development: Solve complex problems and build scalable systems that accelerate developer productivity for global tech companies.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with core engineers who developed Bazel, and experiment with cutting-edge tech to improve our platform.
- Operational Excellence: Maintain high standards for software delivery at scale and ensure operational excellence.
Requirements
- Passion for optimization and analyzing complex challenges in build systems and compilers.
- Deep knowledge of at least one build system such as Bazel, CMake, Maven, Gradle, Nix, Buck, or similar.
- Experience with Linux, Unix shell, and at least one cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, OpenShift, Oracle Cloud).
- Strong skills in at least one major programming language (Java, C++, Rust, or similar).
- Experience with asynchronous programming paradigms.
- Ability to write and improve documentation.
- Experience delivering software at scale and maintaining operational excellence.
- Willingness to participate in on-call rotation.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits.
- 401k bonus, parental leave, generous vacation.
Skills
Bazel, Cmake, Gradle, Maven, Nix, Buck, Linux, AWS, GCP, Azure, Java, C++, Rust, gRPC, Unix Shell
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