Software Engineer - Networking

Cssmerge; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 182,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Pronto AI is seeking an engineer to advance networking and autonomous systems in production environments. You will develop and optimize communication protocols, build tooling for diagnostics, and analyze performance across RF, WiFi, and cellular networks.

The role emphasizes debugging across complex hardware/software stacks and requires strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The position is based in our San Francisco office, onsite five days a week, with a base salary range and

Qualifications

• Proficient with Python, C++, Git and Linux.
• Familiarity with common networking utilities.
• Excellent at handling ambiguous or undefined problems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong portfolio of projects related to networking.
• Experience deploying and optimizing RF.
• Able to create and debug software systems with maintainable, diagnosable code.
• Able to debug issues across a complex hardware/software/real-world system.

Responsibilities

• Optimize communication protocols and schemas.
• Stress test entire network system to find operating limits.
• Improve network deployment and tuning techniques.
• Build tooling to view, diagnose, and iterate on network configuration and operation.
• Create tools to extract and visualize data from vehicle logs.
• Analyze performance of networks using RF, wifi, cellular, etc.

Skills

Python

C++

Git

Linux

Tools

Networking utilities

Job description

Who we are

Pronto AI is a global leader in commercializing autonomous vehicle (AV) technology, deploying Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS) that automate operations in mines, quarries, and construction sites worldwide. While much of the industry remains in R&D, we deliver real, production-ready autonomy that is already operating in the field.

We are on a mission to make mining operations safer, smarter, and more efficient through cutting-edge technology, and we are building toward becoming the world's first profitable AV technology company.

What you'll do

• Optimize communication protocols and schemas
• Stress test entire network system to find operating limits
• Improve network deployment and tuning techniques
• Build tooling to view, diagnose, and iterate on network configuration and operation
• Create tools to extract and visualize data from vehicle logs
• Analyze performance of networks using RF, wifi, cellular, etc

What we're looking for

• Proficient with python, C++, git, linux
• Familiarity with common networking utilities
• Excellent at handling ambiguous or undefined problems
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively in a multidisciplinary team and communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong portfolio of projects related to networking
• Experience deploying and optimizing RF
• Able to create and debug software systems: building maintainable code with good diagnostics that scale
• Able to debug issues across a complicated hardware/software/real-world system

Why join us

• Work on real, production-deployed autonomy.
• Build technology that directly improves safety, efficiency, and productivity.
• Tackle complex challenges in demanding, real-world environments.
• Be part of a fast-moving team with high ownership and impact.
• See your work deployed and making a difference in the field.
• Collaborate closely with experienced engineers and industry operators.

What else you need to know

This role is based in our San Francisco office location. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We're constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That's why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

The base salary range for this role is $182,000 - $230,000 per year.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account Options
• 401(k)
• Equity
• Sick Time, Unlimited Flexible Time Off, and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit Plan
• Team lunch in our SoMa office every Tuesday and Thursday

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?

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