Senior Software Engineer

About the company:

We are a new stealth mode defense tech startup, specializing in developing a new generation of data infrastructure and command & control systems, helping the world’s leading nations access the futuristic battlefield. We were founded a few months ago and raised a significant seed round of tens of millions of dollars, led by Sequoia and other top-tier VCs.

We’re now building our core team.

This is a unique opportunity to join at the ground floor of a startup that’s making a positive impact on the world and also has substantial economic potential.

Given the company’s stage and sector, we’d be happy to share more details verbally. Please feel free to reach out via email.

About the role:

We are seeking a highly experienced Back-End developer to join our team and focus on the server-side architecture of our cloud-based systems. This role requires strong expertise in SW development, as well as experience in developing scalable, distributed systems.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with Python, GO, Kubernetes and microservices architectures, while also collaborating closely with the front-end team to integrate functionalities like video streaming (WebRTC) and AI-based features.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the back-end of cloud-based systems, focusing on scalability, performance, and reliability.
• Work with Python and Go to implement microservices and server-side logic.
• Collaborate with front-end engineers to integrate video communication features (WebRTC) and other functionalities.
• Design and implement distributed systems using Kubernetes for deployment and scaling.
• Optimize server-side components for performance, especially with high concurrency and real-time data.
• Work with AI and machine learning teams to implement AI-driven features.
• Ensure robust monitoring and logging of back-end systems.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in SW development (particularly with Python and Go).
• Strong knowledge of cloud-based systems and microservices architecture.
• Experience with Kubernetes and distributed system design.
• Familiarity with WebRTC and video communication integration is an advantage.
• Proven ability to handle large-scale, high-performance applications.
• Experience with AI/ML integrations is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.