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$165,000.00/yr - $275,000.00/yr

Want to learn more about this role and Jobot? Click our Jobot logo and follow our LinkedIn page!Job detailsHigh-Growth Data Startup is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their growing team!This Jobot Job is hosted by Sydney WeaverAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the Easy Apply button and sending us your resume.Salary $165,000 - $275,000 per yearA Bit About UsA rapidly scaling AI-driven platform, backed by top-tier investors including Y Combinator, Sapphire Ventures, and ICONIQ Growth, is seeking a seasoned Distributed Systems Engineer. This is a critical, high-priority role focused on building the engine that enables syncing terabytes of data daily with low latency and high reliability.Ideally you are someone who has built large-scale, production-grade infrastructure that reliably moves massive volumes of data—terabytes per day—with low latency and high throughput. You've likely architected streaming or event-based systems that support critical workflows, and you know how to scale infrastructure through aggressive growth. This is a role with real ownership you'll make high-impact technical decisions and shape the systems that drive the company forward.Why join us?Culture

• Outcomes based, no micro-management or unnecessary meetings. We trust our team and get out of the way
• Great work life balance. We believe you can't do more than 6-8 hours of great engineering work in a day

Benefits

• Open to onsite or remote candidates with offices in NY and SF
• Competitive Salary + Equity
• Fully covered health, dental, & vision
• 401K + match
• PTO, vacation, sick, and much more!

Job DetailsResponsibilities

• Architect and enhance the core data syncing engine, ensuring high throughput and low latency for terabyte-scale data movements.
• Optimize data synchronization processes to meet stringent performance benchmarks, including sub-30ms p90 response times and handling millions of QPS.
• Develop and implement real-time streaming capabilities, integrating sources like webhooks and message queues.
• Design systems for multi-region and multi-cloud deployments, addressing data residency and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve scalability and reliability challenges in a rapidly growing infrastructure.
• Contribute to the development of APIs and services that enable real-time personalization and data activation for enterprise clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, with a minimum of 3+ years of experience in distributed systems engineering.
• Proven track record in building and scaling distributed systems that handle large-scale data processing.
• Expertise in designing and implementing systems design, data synchronization, or streaming services that are critical to business operations.
• Experience with multi-cloud architectures and deploying systems across various cloud providers and regions.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a high-autonomy environment.
• Background in high-growth tech startups, particularly those that have undergone significant scaling phases.

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the Easy Apply button.Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Want to learn more about this role and Jobot?Click our Jobot logo and follow our LinkedIn page!

Seniority level

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
• IndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting and Software Development

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