Full-Time

Staff/ Sr Staff Software Engineer

Posted on 8/27/2024

Span

Span

201-500 employees

Smart electrical panel for energy management

Energy

Compensation Overview

$175k - $210kAnnually

+ Equity + Variable Compensation

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Web Development
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Rust
Python
TypeScript
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Professional experience developing, deploying, and maintaining applications written in Python (4+ years), C, Rust, Node/Typescript, and/or related technologies
  • Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining web and database applications
  • Experience developing functional front ends for internally-facing applications
  • Experience building containerized applications
  • Experience setting up and managing Linux-based systems, complete familiarity with common administration tasks, shell commands, package management etc.
  • Able to collaborate effectively with coworkers in shared codebases, including competency with software versioning and documentation systems
Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain flexible internally-facing web and backend applications for essential system management and fleet service tasks
  • Assist with development of reliable data collection, processing, exploration, and presentation for long-term hardware test monitoring and alerts
  • Assist with fast-response control and monitoring software for prototyping and short-term hardware/software research efforts
  • Provide general assistance to other teams where cross-functional knowledge is needed
  • Develop useful interfaces and drivers for physical test hardware and integrate incoming data sources with our monitoring and analysis platforms

Span provides solutions for homeowners to manage and reduce their energy costs through its main product, the SPAN Panel. This smart electrical panel allows users to monitor and control their energy usage on a circuit-by-circuit basis via the SPAN Home App. It integrates with existing home energy systems, including storage systems and electric vehicle (EV) chargers, enabling features like scheduling EV charging during off-peak hours and prioritizing essential circuits during power outages to extend battery life. Span differentiates itself by focusing on cost-saving solutions, claiming to reduce energy bills by 15% and extend battery life by 40%. The company also supports electricians through its SPAN Authorized Installer program, providing training and resources to help them offer SPAN products. Span's goal is to meet the increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions, particularly for homeowners in older homes who face challenges in upgrading their utility services.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$223.5M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with PulteGroup boosts Span's reach in new home construction.
  • Collaboration with Jabil ensures scalable manufacturing to meet growing demand.
  • Expanded product line caters to diverse customer needs, increasing potential sales.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from established smart home companies threatens Span's market share.
  • Volatile housing market may impact demand for Span's products.
  • Reliance on Jabil for manufacturing poses supply chain risks.

What makes Span unique

  • Span's SPAN Panel offers real-time energy management, unique in the smart home market.
  • Integration with existing home systems sets Span apart from traditional energy solutions.
  • Span's partnerships with major builders enhance its market presence and credibility.

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Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

6-month parental leave

Unlimited PTO

Teambuilding & career growth

INACTIVE