Staff Software Engineer - R&D

If you are looking for a career at a dynamic company with a people-first mindset and a deep culture of growth and autonomy, ACV is the right place for you! Competitive compensation packages and learning and development opportunities, ACV has what you need to advance to the next level in your career. We will continue to raise the bar every day by investing in our people and technology to help our customers succeed. We hire people who share our passion, bring innovative ideas to the table, and enjoy a collaborative atmosphere.

Who we are:

ACV is a technology company that has revolutionized how dealers buy and sell cars online. We are transforming the automotive industry. ACV Auctions Inc. (ACV), has applied innovation and user-designed, data driven applications and solutions. We are building the most trusted and efficient digital marketplace with data solutions for sourcing, selling and managing used vehicles with transparency and comprehensive insights that were once unimaginable. We are disruptors of the industry and we want you to join us on our journey. ACV’s network of brands includes ACV Auctions, ACV Transportation, ClearCar, MAX Digital and ACV Capital within its Marketplace Products, as well as, True360 and Data Services.

At ACV we focus on the Health, Physical, Financial, Social and Emotional Wellness of our Teammates and, to support this, we offer:

• Multiple medical plans including a high deductible, low cost health plan
• Company-sponsored (paid) Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Comprehensive optional benefits such as Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life/AD&D, Legal/ID Protection, and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including uncapped vacation days, the greater of 3 paid sick days or in accordance with the applicable state or local paid sick leave law, 6 paid company holidays, 2 floating holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, voting leave, and other forms of paid leave as required by applicable law or regulation
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with additional opportunities to earn stock in the Company
• Retirement planning through the Company’s 401(k)
  
  

Who we are looking for:

Join our cutting-edge Research & Development team as a Staff Engineer. You will be instrumental in developing and maintaining critical Python-based applications and leveraging cloud technologies to accelerate our research efforts and shaping the future of ACV Auctions. Your expertise in Python and cloud platforms (AWS and GCP) will enable you to collaborate with world-class researchers and engineers, driving innovation and contributing to the design and implementation of groundbreaking technologies that will have a significant impact on our industry.

What you will do:

• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and well-documented Python-based applications and tools to support diverse R&D projects.
• Utilize cloud platforms (AWS and GCP) for infrastructure management, data storage, compute resources, machine learning and data analysis.
• AWS:
• S3, Glacier, EC2, Lambda
• GCP:
• Cloud Storage, Cloud Functions, Compute Engine, Dataflow, BigQuery.
• Collaborate closely with research scientists, engineers, and product managers to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and evaluation of cutting-edge technologies and prototypes.
• Develop and implement automated testing strategies to ensure the quality and reliability of Python applications and cloud infrastructure.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in Python programming best practices, cloud computing technologies, and relevant scientific domains.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve existing infrastructure and workflows through automation and optimization.
• Document technical designs, implementations, and operational procedures.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other team members.
• Mentor junior talent
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

What you will need:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science Engineering or similar discipline
• 6 years’ experience
• Expert proficiency in Python programming, including experience with common libraries and frameworks such as FastAPI, NumPy, Pandas, PyTorch, and OpenCV.
• Solid experience with at least one of the following cloud platforms: AWS or GCP. Experience with both is highly preferred.
• AWS: Experience with IAM, EC2, S3, Lambda, CloudFormation, and others.
• GCP: Experience with IAM, Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, Cloud Functions, Dataflow, BigQuery, and others.
• Expert understanding of software development principles, including object-oriented programming, design patterns, and version control (Git).
• Experience working in a research and development environment, collaborating with scientists and engineers on complex projects.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and debug complex issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  
  

Compensation : $160,000.00 - $205,000.00 annually. Please note that final compensation will be determined based upon the applicant's relevant experience, skillset, location, business needs, market demands, and other factors as permitted by law.

No immigration or work visa sponsorship his position.

Our Values

Trust & Transparency | People First | Positive Experiences | Calm Persistence | Never Settling

At ACV, we are committed to an inclusive culture in which every individual is welcomed and empowered to celebrate their true selves. We achieve this by fostering a work environment of acceptance and understanding that is free from discrimination. ACV is committed to being an equal opportunity employer regardless of sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires reasonable accommodation, please let us know.

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