Software Engineer, Backend, Log Applications & Infrastructure

Company: Argo AI
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: June 17, 2022

Job Description:

Who we are:Argo AI is a global self-driving products and services company on a mission to make the world's streets and roadways safe, accessible, and useful for all. Our technology is built to enable commercial services for autonomous delivery and ridesharing in cities. With experienced leaders in the field and collaborative partnerships with some of the world's top consumer brands, we're working block by block, city by city to empower people and businesses to be more successful. We're individuals driven by strong values to solve complex problems together. Come join us to reimagine the human journey.Meet the team:Building a self-driving vehicle requires gathering a huge amount of data from our real-world test fleet driving on city streets and recording everything the car does into vehicle logs. These logs are critical to building a self-driving vehicle, whether the data is being used for training purposes or to validate the safety of Argo's latest self-driving system. The Log Applications team builds the tools that enable Argo teams to manage and process vehicle logs at PB scale. We own understanding the events in the data and driving workflows for the training, simulation and evaluation of the self driving system at scale. The team sits between the processed vehicle logs from the car and the AV teams AI models.This position can be based in Palo Alto, Pittsburgh, Detroit, Austin, or for the right applicant remote within the US.What you'll do: Design and implement the backend systems that enable Argo teams to manage and process stored logsWork closely with a broad range of Argo teams, including engineers working on the self-driving system and the operations teams that validate the self-driving systemWrite robust, well-tested, and well-crafted codeEnsure that our services are scalable and reliable as the amount of data we're managing continues to grow rapidlyWhat you'll need to succeed:Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or a related fieldStrong software skills in Java and PythonExperience designing and implementing distributed and scalable systemsExperience with relational databasesExcellent communication and collaboration skills, as you'll be working with many other teams to determine requirements and design solutionsStrong engineering judgement: You understand how to scope solutions to produce a high volume of quality work with maximum valueNice to haves:Knowledge of cloud technologies such as AWS, Kubernetes, and similar productsExperience in an agile software environmentExperience with Airflow, Elasticsearch, or GolangWhat we offer you:High-quality individual and family medical, dental, and vision insuranceCompetitive compensation packagesEmployer-matched 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vestingEmployer-paid group term life insurance and the option to elect voluntary life insurance Paid parental leave Paid medical leaveUnlimited vacationComplimentary daily lunches, beverages, and snacksPre-tax commuter benefitsMonthly wellness stipend Professional development reimbursementEmployee assistance programDiscounted programs that include legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and moreCompany and team bonding outlets: employee resource groups, quarterly team activity stipend, and wellness initiativesOur Background:Argo AI was founded in 2016 by industry experts with extensive experience building robotic systems for commercial applications. Our once-small team has since grown into an over 1,700-person strong company with strategic partnerships with some of the world's leading consumer brands. With global headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate in eight cities across the U.S. and Germany in areas where self-driving technology can have the biggest impact on improving safety, traffic, and transportation equity.At Argo AI, we believe that embracing differences delivers superior results. We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.

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