Software Engineer

Nexthop Systems Inc; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI infrastructure startup in Bellevue is seeking a Software Engineer to participate in all aspects of software engineering, including design, implementation, and testing. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and experience with programming languages like Python, C, C++, and Rust. Candidates should be excited about working collaboratively in a fast-paced startup environment and possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The company offers a unique opportunity to work on mission-critical projects and shape the company's future.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience.
• Strong proficiency in Python, C, C++, or Rust.
• Solid understanding of systems software, including embedded and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all parts of software engineering, including design, implementation, testing, and peer review.
• Collaborate with engineers on building and optimizing core systems.
• Support customers in project scoping and production support.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaborative attitude

Communication skills

Ownership of projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Python

C

C++

Rust

Docker

SQL

NoSQL

Job description

Company Description

As an AI infrastructure startup, we are developing innovative systems to enable large-scale AI deployments. Our team comprises industry veterans who are passionate about building the sophisticated systems that support the next generation of computing in a fast-paced startup environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in all parts of software engineering, ranging from design and implementation of software solutions to testing and peer review
• Collaborate with engineers on building and optimizing our core systems
• Support customers at various stages of development through involvement in project scoping, proof of concept, early trials, and production/escalation support
• Be a part of shaping a startup - define company culture, challenge and change the ways things are done, and contribute to determining the future of the company

Qualifications

Strong problem-solving skills, quick learning and excitement for a collaborative startup environment are the most important things we're looking for. The list below are some of the qualifications that will help but aren’tessential to thriving here.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of industry experience
• Proficiency in the following languages: Python, C, C++ or Rust
• Solid understanding of systems software, including embedded systems and distributed systems
• Familiarity with container technologies (e.g., Docker) and databases (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) is a plus
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team
• Confidence to both ask questions and take ownership of your project(s)

Why Us

Our company bolsters all the advantages of working at a startup with the expertise of a seasoned team who have successfully built startups into thriving companies. Here you’ll have the unique opportunity to collaborate and learn from top-tier engineers, while still working on mission critical projects. If you are excited to learn, solve hard problems at the forefront of computer systems, and be a part of shaping a burgeoning company, this is the place for you.