Software Engineer, Mapping

NextGenEnergyJobs; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs in Seattle is looking for a skilled engineer to design and maintain scalable backend systems. The role requires 4+ years of experience in server-side development, strong proficiency in C++, and a deep understanding of distributed systems principles.

The company values collaboration and operates in a hybrid environment, requiring employees to be in-office at least 3 days per week. The salary range is $162,000 - $260,000, with additional bonuses and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience building server side and data processing systems.
• Expert proficiency in C++ with a commitment to writing clean, testable, and production-ready code.
• Deep understanding of distributed systems principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend infrastructure.
• Establish robust testing and performance optimization practices.
• Partner closely with customers to influence existing and future designs.

Skills

Server side development

C++

Distributed systems

Cloud-native technologies

Collaboration skills

Python

Golang

Education

M.S. or Ph.D in Computer Science or similar

Job description

At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain the scalable backend infrastructure and data processing pipeline for storing and serving map data as we onboard the Aurora Driver to more commercial routes.
• Establish and maintain robust testing and performance optimization practices to ensure the stability and scalability of the Atlas system.
• Partner closely with internal and external customers to influence existing and future designs and features.

Requirements

• 4+ years experience building server side and data processing systems.
• Expert proficiency in C++ with a commitment to writing clean, testable, and production-ready code.
• Deep understanding of distributed systems principles, with a proven ability to deliver scalable, reliable backend systems.
• Strong understanding of cloud-native technologies (e.g., AWS, GCP, Kubernetes).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to rapidly learn new technologies and adapt to evolving requirements.
• M.S. or Ph.D in Computer Science or a similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Domain experience with geospatial data, mapping systems, or high-throughput data pipelines.
• Working proficiency in Python and Golang.
• The base salary range for this position is $162,000 - $260,000. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.
• We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week.