Seed Stage, Wearable Startup: Backend Software Engineer (Python/C++)
New York City
High-growth Tech Startup – Engineering /
Full Time /
Hybrid
About the company:
- Company Size: ~10 people
- Industry: AI, Wearable Technology
- Founding Year: 2022
- Backed By: Upfront Ventures, the investors of Hugging Face, creator of Kindle
- Tech Stack/Key Tech: Python, Google Cloud, Azure, AWS, React, TypeScript, HTTP, WebSockets, C++
We're looking for a Backend/Infra Engineer to:
- Develop Core Infrastructure: Create and maintain the backbone for software, devices, data, inference, and privacy.
- Build and Scale Experiences: Directly develop and enhance end-user experiences to ensure they are reliable and efficient.
- Guide Infrastructure Direction: Lead the infrastructure development from early stages through to product launch, shaping the technical direction of the company.
What you'll need:
- Proficiency in Python: Strong experience with parallelism, asynchrony, and typing.
- Cloud Computing: Hands-on experience with platforms like Google Cloud, Azure, or AWS.
- Real-Time Applications: Background in real-time interactive applications such as robotics, AR/VR, or audio is a plus.
- Web Technologies: Familiarity with web technologies including React, TypeScript, HTTP, and WebSockets is advantageous.
- C++ Experience: Knowledge of C++ is a plus.
What you'll get:
- Innovative Environment: Work on the cutting edge of AI-driven technology, focusing on audio and voice-centric interfaces for outdoor use cases.
- Collaborative Team: Join an interdisciplinary team that includes experts in mechanical engineering, industrial design, and AI.
- Notable Investors: Supported by original investors of Hugging Face, the first Chief Marketing Officer of Beats by Dre, and the creator of Kindle.
- Competitive Package: Receive a competitive salary and equity package.
- Growth Opportunities: Play a key role in a fast-paced startup, with significant impact on the company’s success and direction.
- Competitive compensation and equity
$150,000 - $200,000 a year
Compensation is salary + meaningful equity in an early stage venture backed startup commensurate with level of experience.
