Software Engineer
Design and build cloud backend microservices for reliable robot-to-cloud communication, fleet management, and telemetry. Requires 4+ years experience and proficiency in TypeScript, Java, or Python.
Software Engineer - Backend
Builds scalable backend services, APIs, and data pipelines for remote assistance platform enabling real-time communication with autonomous vehicles. Requires 3+ years experience with Go/Python, AWS, Kubernetes, and distributed systems.
153k – 222kSunnyvale, CABackend EngineeringOnsite3+ YOE
About the role
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy scalable, low-latency backend services for remote assist session management and real-time data streaming.
- Architect and implement the cloud infrastructure for remote assistance including technologies like protobuf, gRPC across multiple AWS regions.
- Design and implement the service data persistence layer using NoSQL databases like Redis.
- Implement data pipelines to ingest, process, and store real-time data from autonomous vehicles.
- Collaborate closely with onboard software teams and front-end engineers to ensure seamless end-to-end data flow.
- Ensure the security, reliability, and resilience of the backend platform, including handling network disruptions and failover.
- Optimize data serialization and transmission to minimize latency and bandwidth usage on the server side.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- 3+ years of professional experience in web services software development and cloud infrastructure.
- Strong proficiency in a backend programming language such as Go and Python.
- Experience with distributed systems, microservices, and building scalable backend applications.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP or OCI) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Hands-on experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., Redis).
Nice to Have
- Experience leading projects end to end.
- Experience in a startup or fast-paced environment.
Compensation
- Base salary range: $153,000 - $222,000 USD annually.
- Equity, comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance, 401k with employer match, learning/wellness stipends, paid time off.
Skills
GoPythongRPCProtobufAWSRedisDockerKubernetesDistributed SystemsMicroservices
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