Software Engineer [U of Waterloo Alumni Only]

Remote; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Mechanical Orchard, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer to join small, cross-functional XP teams building technology that modernizes legacy systems.

You’ll work on production-ready code using Elixir, Golang, Java, and other modern languages, collaborating with product managers and designers. You will learn and apply XP practices such as pair programming, TDD, and CI/CD, while contributing to research in generative AI and data engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering or related technical field.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new software and technologies quickly.
• Passionate about generative AI and/or data engineering.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of small, cross functional XP teams building advanced technology for customers or for Mechanical Orchard using Elixir, Golang, Java and other modern programming languages.
• Pair program with other engineers and collaborate closely with other roles such as product managers and designers.
• Learn and apply XP engineering practices such as pair programming, test-driven development, refactoring, continuous integration and continuous delivery.
• Operate and support production applications as a team in the context of the agile DevSecOps model.
• Collaborate on technical discovery efforts for existing customer systems including legacy applications.
• Continuously learn about relevant emerging technologies or practices and foster the growth of the organization through mentorship, tech talks, and other means.
• Contribute to research efforts using the latest technologies in generative AI and data engineering.

Skills

Pair programming

Test-driven development

Continuous integration

Continuous delivery

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Tools

Elixir

Golang

Java

Job description

At Mechanical Orchard, we specialize in safely rewriting the most critical and complex business applications—the software that runs the world as we know it today—so they’re ready to adapt quickly and easily to market challenges and opportunities. Our approach emerged from observing the decades-long failure patterns in modernization efforts and is designed to eliminate the risks and disruptions that characterize most projects. Our Generative AI platform, Imogen, harnesses this method using advanced data engineering, compiler and LLM based techniques to create something unique in the industry.

Our background in software development and the impact on the industry is well known: we've literally helped write the book on XP and other impactful Agile practices. We’re applying the same thoughtfulness and rigor in applying AI pragmatically where it helps. We believe in the durable principles behind Agile, and embrace the power of cross-functional teams, collective ownership, test driven development, short feedback loops, and continuous improvement.

We’re bringing joy to beleaguered IT teams everywhere. Together, we’re seeing how applying craft, expertise, and technologies we’re building can fundamentally transform the way companies operate, innovate, and win. Our values are: Do the right thing. Do what works. Be kind.

• As a Software Engineer at Mechanical Orchard, you’ll work on small, cross-functional teams to build technology that replaces or transforms legacy systems. You’ll learn from experienced peers through pair programming and gain hands‑on experience with modern engineering practices like test‑driven development and continuous delivery. We value curiosity, collaboration, and growth — and we’ll support you as you deepen your craft.

You will be expected to:

• Work as part of small, cross functional XP teams building advanced technology for customers or for Mechanical Orchard using Elixir, Golang, Java and other modern programming languages

• Pair program with other engineers and collaborate closely with other roles such as product managers and designers

• Learn and apply XP engineering practices such pair programming, test-driven development, refactoring, continuous integration and continuous delivery

• Operate and support production applications as a team in the context of the agile DevSecOps model

• Collaborate on technical discovery efforts for existing customer systems including legacy applications

• Continuously learn about relevant emerging technologies or practices and foster the growth of the organization through mentorship, tech talks, and other means

• Contribute to research efforts using the latest technologies in generative AI and data engineering

Basic Qualifications

• Have a Bachelor's, or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical field

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Ability to learn new software and technologies quickly

• Passionate about generative AI and/or data engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years of software engineering experience through previous internships or co‑op programs, work experience, coding competitions, publications, etc.

• Comfortable in both application development and research environments

• Has exposure or passion for XP practices such as pair programming and test driven development

• Comfortable as a full stack developer, and have expertise in at least one modern programming language and application framework

• Strong communication and collaboration skills as well as empathy are essential for working closely with the development team, customers, and others at Mechanical Orchard.

Mechanical Orchard, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. Mechanical Orchard, Inc. is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Mechanical Orchard, Inc. are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Mechanical Orchard, Inc. will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Mechanical Orchard, Inc. encourages applicants of all ages. Mechanical Orchard, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodation to employees who have protected disabilities consistent with local law.

Please note: This job requisition is currently open so we can actively collect resumes for future opportunities that may come available. At this time, we are not actively hiring for this position but will contact any candidate(s) we’d like to move forward with when we do have opening(s) in the next coming weeks or months. Please do not be discouraged if you don't receive an immediate response to your application.

We look forward to reviewing your application. Thanks!