Software Engineer 4

Experienced Senior Engineer with 10+ years of expertise in software development and cloud computing. As a senior technical leader, you will work closely with architects to drive architectural decisions, mentor junior developers, oversee large-scale development efforts, and ensure high-quality software delivery. This role demands deep technical proficiency, strategic thinking, and hands-on development in edge computing, IoT, cloud infrastructure, event-driven architectures, and container orchestration.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Architecture

• Work with architects on the design and architecture of complex edge computing, IoT, and cloud-based systems, ensuring high performance and scalability
• Define and enforce technical best practices, coding standards, and architectural guidelines for development teams
• Own the end-to-end system design, ensuring efficient integration between edge devices, cloud services, and data pipelines
• Drive continuous improvements in system performance, security, and scalability
• Evaluate new technologies and recommend adoption to keep the system cutting-edge and future-proof

Hands-On Development & Technical Expertise

• Actively develop, optimize, and maintain high-performance software solutions
• Architect and implement RESTful APIs, ensuring seamless integration between edge and cloud infrastructure
• Implementation of event-driven architectures using Kafka for real-time data processing and analytics
• Design, deploy, and manage microservices-based applications in Kubernetes with best-in-class scalability and reliability
• Ensure efficient database architecture, schema design, and performance optimization for PostgreSQL and SQL-based solutions
• Implement and oversee best practices for unit testing, automation, CI/CD, and DevOps pipelines

Team Leadership & Mentoring

• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level developers, ensuring knowledge transfer and skill development
• Lead technical discussions, design reviews, and code reviews to maintain high software quality
• Provide technical guidance and assist in troubleshooting complex issues
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and engineering excellence across the team

Strategic Direction & Cross-Team Collaboration

• Work closely with Product, Engineering, and DevOps teams to align software development with business objectives
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define roadmaps, priorities, and architectural strategies for the development team
• Identify and mitigate technical risks early in the development lifecycle

• Advocate for best practices in security, scalability, and system reliability

Technical Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in .NET and REST API development, with a strong foundation in distributed system design
• Extensive experience in Kafka and event-driven architectures, ensuring real-time and scalable data processing
• Advanced proficiency in Kubernetes for managing containerized workloads, ensuring scalability and high availability
• Strong PostgreSQL and SQL database management expertise, including schema design and query optimization
• Hands-on experience with Linux OS, shell scripting, and debugging applications in Kubernetes environments
• Track record in building large-scale, production-grade software systems
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), including serverless computing, edge computing, and cloud security
• Strong problem-solving abilities and experience troubleshooting complex distributed systems

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on cloud infrastructure and distributed systems
• 10+ years of experience designing, developing, and deploying microservices-based applications
• Expertise in C# (OR Rust) AND Angular

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with IoT security best practices and compliance standards
• Experience working with large teams and enterprise-scale projects
• Certifications in AWS, Kubernetes (CKA/CKS), or Cloud Architecture
• Knowledge of modern DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation strategies

Work Conditions

• Hybrid (Milpitas, CA)

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass background and employment verification checks
• Able to work hybridly from the assigned location 1-2 days per week 

Base Compensation: $159,851 to $225,000

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as location, education,
experience, and skillset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical,
dental and vision plans covering eligible US employees and dependents, voluntary wellness
and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with
matching, and paid time off.)