What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer position at Altera AI?
Job Title : Software Engineer
Job Summary :
As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining scalable, secure, and highly available infrastructure to drive frontier research and serve our growing user base and their real-time interactions with our agents. You will work closely with cross-functional teams-spanning science, UI / UX, product, and other engineering disciplines-to ensure a seamless, scalable, intuitive experience for users.
Key Responsibilities :
Infrastructure Development : Design, develop, and maintain infrastructure that handles user data properly and supports high concurrent user access.
Collaboration : Work with cross-functional teams to understand requirements for game interactions and provide system and infrastructure solutions that enhance user experience.
Performance & Scalability : Optimize system architecture for high performance and scalability, employing best practices in caching, load balancing, and data management.
Monitoring & Troubleshooting : Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and resolve infrastructure issues promptly.
Required Skills and Qualifications :
Education : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Backend Expertise : 2-5 years of experience in backend development, focusing on infrastructure, user data handling, and supporting high concurrent user access.
Programming Languages : Strong proficiency in languages such as Python, Java, or Go, along with relevant frameworks in our tech stack.
Database & Big Data : In-depth knowledge of SQL / NoSQL database design and management, plus experience with big data technologies.
Cloud & Containerization : Hands-on experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and familiarity with CI / CD processes and tools.
Soft Skills : Excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and a team-oriented approach.
Employment Type and Work Hours :
This is a full-time position.
Although salary is based on a standard work week, a startup environment may involve extended hours.
Location :
The position is on-site in Menlo Park.
Salary Range and Benefits :
Competitive salary, with additional benefits to be discussed during the hiring process.
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