Principal Software Engineer, Manufacturing Intelligence

Xometry; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing tech firm based in Waltham, MA, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the technical design and engineering of systems that leverage machine learning for manufacturing solutions. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience and will take on hands-on technical leadership while fostering team collaboration and mentoring. A Bachelor’s degree is required, along with proficiency in modern cloud and container technologies. The role offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to drive innovation.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in software engineering or similar technical roles.
• A bachelor’s degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred.
• Proficiency in object-oriented design and testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example through active coding and troubleshooting.
• Serve as a technical mentor to grow engineers' skills.
• Perform code reviews and mentor best practices in ML Engineering.
• Guarantee superior infrastructure and software delivery.
• Forge partnerships with product managers and company leadership.
• Champion adoption of cutting-edge technologies.

Skills

Software engineering best practices

Cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure)

Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Distributed computing systems

Excellent communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

M.S. or PhD in computer science

Job description

Overview

Waltham, MA

Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR) powers the industries of today and tomorrow by connecting people with big ideas to manufacturers who can bring them to life. Xometry’s digital marketplace gives manufacturers the critical resources they need to grow their business while also making it easy for buyers at Fortune 1000 companies to tap into global manufacturing capacity.

Xometry is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the technical design and engineering of systems to predict and remediate challenges in manufacturing customers’ parts. This team’s solutions combine ML model predictions, part geometry information, and customer information to help us accurately predict manufacturing cost and find the partners to manufacture parts successfully. This role does not require previous knowledge of manufacturing or ML, though it is helpful.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8+ years of total experience in the industry, including a minimum of 4 years as technical leader of a fast-moving, collaborative team. This position requires both technical leadership and hands-on contribution. Our teams are highly collaborative, cross-functional, and rapidly iterating and innovating.

Responsibilities

• Hands-On Technical Leadership: Adopt a 'lead by example' approach by actively coding and troubleshooting, as well as creating documentation and technical diagrams.
• Teaching & Mentorship: Serve as a technical mentor and guide to engineers across the organization, teaching and mentoring them to grow their skills.
• Code Review: Perform code reviews and mentor others regarding best practices in ML Engineering.
• Operational Excellence: Guarantee the delivery of superior infrastructure and software that not only meets but exceeds customer expectations, while aligning with strategic business timelines.
• Collaborative Strategy: Forge strong partnerships with product managers, data scientists, and company leadership to promote open communication and integrated team dynamics.
• Guide Innovation: Champion the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, methodologies, and practices to enhance problem-solving efficiency and effectiveness across the AI/ML organization.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in software engineering or similar technical roles.
• A bachelor’s degree is required; an advanced degree (M.S. or PhD) in computer science or a related field is preferred and may substitute for some years of experience.
• Proficiency in software engineering best practices, including object-oriented design, version control, and testing, with experience helping a team improve these practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker and Kubernetes).
• Experience designing, building, and managing distributed computing systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and managing resources effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, from executives to product managers and a wide variety of stakeholders and contributors.
• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder (ITAR).

EEO and Legal Notice

Xometry is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. For US-based roles, Xometry participates in E-Verify and will provide Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization after a job offer is accepted.

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Voluntary self-identification of race/ethnicity and gender identity is optional. This information is collected for reporting purposes and will not affect hiring decisions.