Full Time

Distinguished Software Engineer, Systems Performance Engineering

CARIAD, Inc.
$130,000 - $180,000* / year (about $63–$87 an hour)

Job Description

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Job Overview

The Distinguished Software Engineer, Systems Performance Engineering at CARIAD, Inc. is responsible for leading the design and implementation of high-performance software systems. This role entails evaluating system performance, identifying optimization opportunities, and driving the development of cutting-edge solutions to enhance the overall efficiency and reliability of our software products. The successful candidate will collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, architects, and development teams to ensure alignment with our strategic objectives and will mentor junior engineers to foster a culture of excellence within the engineering team.



Job Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of high-performance, scalable software systems.
  • Conduct thorough performance analysis and benchmarking of systems and applications.
  • Identify bottlenecks and propose effective optimization strategies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and ensure successful execution of performance initiatives.
  • Mentor and coach junior team members in best practices for software development and performance engineering.
  • Stay updated on emerging trends in software engineering and systems performance, and share insights with the team.
  • Document system architectures, algorithm designs, and optimization techniques for reference and tutorial purposes.
  • Participate in code reviews to uphold code quality standards and facilitate knowledge sharing.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on system performance engineering.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python.
  • Extensive experience with performance profiling tools and methodologies.
  • Strong understanding of computer architecture, algorithms, and data structures.
  • Experience working with cloud-based services and microservices architecture.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team.


Technologies & Tools

The Distinguished Software Engineer will frequently utilize an array of technologies and tools including but not limited to performance profiling tools (e.g., JProfiler, VisualVM), software development frameworks (such as Spring and Django), cloud platforms (like AWS or Azure), and continuous integration/continuous deployment systems (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI). Familiarity with containerization tools (such as Docker and Kubernetes) will also be essential for managing scalable application deployments.



Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidate for this position is not only deeply knowledgeable in software engineering principles but also possesses a keen analytical mindset with an exceptional ability to troubleshoot complex issues. They should exhibit a collaborative spirit, with demonstrated experience in mentoring others, fostering team growth, and promoting innovative ideas. A passion for continuous improvement, coupled with a strong commitment to achieving high-quality results, will render them highly successful in this role at CARIAD, Inc.

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