System Infrastructure / Platform Engineer

Ltd Global; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ltd Global is seeking a Software / API Engineer to support cutting-edge scientific programs in Berkeley, California. The role involves developing software that integrates scientific workflows with supercomputing environments, thus playing a vital part in impactful research.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of experience, be proficient in API development, and possess strong communication skills. The position offers opportunities to collaborate across teams and present developments in industry conferences.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with Bachelor's; 6+ years with Master's.
• 2+ years in API/web services development on Linux systems.
• Experience in hyper-scale environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software projects.
• Build and support API integrations.
• Troubleshoot technical issues collaboratively.

Skills

API development

Linux systems

C programming

Python programming

CI/CD pipelines

Database management

Docker

Kubernetes

Machine learning tools

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

Git

MongoDB

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Job description

About the Organization

A nationally recognized research institution where your work directly supports groundbreaking scientific programs. We build the infrastructure behind some of the most impactful research in the country.

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and versatile Software / API Engineer to join a dynamic team building software systems that integrate scientific workflows and large-scale supercomputing environments. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting‑edge science and technology, contributing to some of the most impactful computing infrastructure in the world.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain a broad portfolio of software projects
• Build, refine, and support API endpoints and integrations to backend systems to enable automation for complex workflows
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical problems in collaboration with team members
• Develop and refactor scripts and other code
• Coordinate small project teams or initiatives such as new service rollouts or major system upgrades
• Work with vendors to prioritize efforts and enhance technologies to meet user needs
• Deploy services using container cloud platforms based on Kubernetes
• Collaborate across teams to develop APIs and services integrated into high-performance computing and data center environments
• Present developments to staff and the broader HPC community at conferences and industry meetings

What We're Looking For

(Level 3)

• 8+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; 6+ years with a Master's degree; or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience with API and web services software development on Linux systems in an HPC, cloud, or hyper‑scale environment
• Familiarity with designing and building API interfaces to compute, storage, or other backend systems
• Experience with some or all of the following:

• C, Shell, and Python programming languages
• Git, runners, and complex CI/CD pipelines
• AI or machine learning tools and services
• Database administration (MongoDB, MySQL, or PostgreSQL)
• Container technology (Docker or Kubernetes)

• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices for performance and security
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, creative work style

(Level 4) — Additional Requirements

• 12+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; 8+ years with a Master's degree
• Experience with OpenAPI and other API frameworks
• Experience managing Linux systems and deploying/managing virtualization or container technologies
• Ability to lead and coordinate projects and exercise independent judgment
• Experience analyzing and resolving complex, unique technical issues