Backend Systems Engineer (Python & C++) - High-Performance Networking

Socket.dev; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Chicago, IL seeks a meticulous Junior Systems Software Engineer to join our core engineering team. You will design, implement, and optimize low-level architecture and networking components to build scalable software.

The ideal candidate has a CS foundation, hands-on experience with C++ and Python, and a passion for high-performance systems. You will work cross-functionally to deliver robust, responsive networking solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Python.
• Experience with Linux, Git, GDB, and networking fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain custom networking components, client-server models, and protocol resolvers.
• Apply data structures, memory management, and graph search heuristics to optimize performance.
• Develop and execute unit, integration, and stress tests for network state synchronization.
• Use low-level debugging tools to trace memory leaks and analyze packet flow.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain modular code and release integrity.

Skills

C++

Python

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Linux/Bash

Git/GitHub

GDB

Wireshark

Job description

Socket.dev in Chicago, IL seeks a meticulous Junior Systems Software Engineer to join our core engineering team. You will design, implement, and optimize low-level architecture and networking components to build scalable software.

The ideal candidate has a CS foundation, hands-on experience with C++ and Python, and a passion for high-performance systems. You will work cross-functionally to deliver robust, responsive networking solutions.