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Nexthop AI

Software Engineer

Reposted 23 Days Ago
In-Office
Santa Clara, CA, USA
5-5 Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Santa Clara, CA, USA
5-5 Annually
Senior level
As a Software Engineer, you will design, implement, and optimize software solutions, collaborate with teams, and support various stages of development while shaping company culture.
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Company Description: As an AI infrastructure startup, we are developing innovative
systems to enable large-scale AI deployments. Our team comprises industry veterans who are
passionate about building the sophisticated systems that support the next generation of
computing in a fast-paced startup environment.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in all parts of software engineering, ranging from design and implementation
    of software solutions to testing and peer review
  • Collaborate with engineers on building and optimizing our core systems
  • Support customers at various stages of development through involvement in project
    scoping, proof of concept, early trials, and production/escalation support
  • Be a part of shaping a startup - define company culture, challenge and change the ways
    things are done, and contribute to determining the future of the company

Qualifications: Strong problem-solving skills, quick learning and excitement for a
collaborative startup environment are the most important things we're looking for. The list below are some of the qualifications that will help but aren’t essential to thriving here.


  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or
    a related field with a minimum of 5 years of industry experience
  • Proficiency in the following languages: Python, C, C++ or Rust
  • Solid understanding of systems software, including embedded systems and distributed
    systems
  • Familiarity with container technologies (e.g., Docker) and databases (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) is a plus
  • Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team
  • Confidence to both ask questions and take ownership of your project(s)

Why Us:
Our company bolsters all the advantages of working at a startup with the expertise of a
seasoned team who have successfully built startups into thriving companies. Here you’ll have
the unique opportunity to collaborate and learn from top-tier engineers, while still working on
mission critical projects. If you are excited to learn, solve hard problems at the forefront of
computer systems, and be a part of shaping a burgeoning company, this is the place for you.

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