Software Engineer - Data

PlusAI; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catered lunch / snacks

401(k) plan

Competitive benefits

Job summary

PlusAI is seeking a data-focused software engineer to build and optimize data pipelines and analytics infrastructure. You will implement ETL workloads using Python, SQL, and big data technologies, while ensuring scalable design and secure data handling across multiple AWS regions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Executive, Engineering, and Operations teams, translating complex data into actionable insights for business performance metrics.

Qualifications

• MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 0+ years of software engineering experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Expertise in Python, SQL, microservices, databases, data pipelines.
• Knowledge of data models, database design and development, data mining and segmentation.
• Experience with large-scale data processing (MapReduce, Spark, Kafka).
• Experience with AWS core technologies (S3, EC2, RDS).
• Extensive software design and development skills.
• Able to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly.
• Experience with reporting packages.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain optimal data processing pipeline architecture.
• Build the infrastructure for ETL using SQL and big data tools.
• Identify and implement internal process improvements for scalability.
• Build analytics tools to derive insights on customer acquisition and operations.
• Interpret data, perform statistical analysis, and provide reports.
• Identify trends in complex data sets and communicate findings.
• Collaborate with Exec, Eng, and Ops teams on data needs and issues.
• Maintain data security across multiple data centers and AWS regions.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data pipelines

Spark

Kafka

AWS

Communication

Software engineering

Education

MS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS (S3, EC2, RDS)

Job description

PlusAI is a Physical AI company pioneering AI-based virtual driver software for factory-built autonomous trucks. Headquartered in Silicon Valley with operations in the United States and Europe, Plus was named by Fast Company as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Partners including TRATON GROUP’s Scania, MAN, and International brands, Hyundai Motor Company, Iveco Group, Bosch, and DSV are working with Plus to accelerate the deployment of next-generation autonomous trucks. If you’re ready to make a huge impact and drive the future of autonomy, Plus is looking for talented individuals to join its fast-growing teams.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain optimal data processing pipeline architecture
• Build the infrastructure required for optimal extraction, transformation, and loading of data using SQL and big data technologies.
• Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements: automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, re-designing infrastructure for greater scalability, etc.
• Build analytics tools that utilize the data pipeline to provide actionable insights into customer acquisition, operational efficiency and other key business performance metrics
• Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports
• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets
• Work with stakeholders including the Executive, Engineering, and Operation teams to assist with data-related technical issues and support their data infrastructure, analysis, and reporting needs
• Keep our data secure through multiple data centers and AWS regions

Required Skills

• MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 1+ years of software engineering experience
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Expertise in Python, SQL, microservices, databases, data pipelines
• Technical expertise regarding data models, database design and development, data mining and segmentation techniques
• Experience with large scale data processing, e.g. MapReduce, Spark, Kafka
• Experience with AWS core technologies such as S3, EC2, RDS
• Extensive software design and development skills
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and contribute in a productive environment.
• Strong knowledge of and experience with reporting packages

Preferred Skills

• Experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g. TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Experience working with autonomous vehicles or robotics.

$135,000 - $180,000 a year

Your opportunities joining PlusAI

Work, learn and grow in a highly future-oriented, innovative and dynamic field.

Wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development.

Catered free lunch, unlimited snacks and beverages.

Highly competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k) plan.