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SingleStore: Provides a distributed SQL database for real-time analytics.
8+ YOE8+ years engineering experience; strong programming in Python, C/C++, JavaScript, or Go; experience with distributed systems, databases (SQL), containers/Kubernetes, GitOps/IaC, CI/CD, and software testing. BS in CS or equivalent experience.
Python, C/C++, JavaScript, Go, Kubernetes, SQL, GitOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Unix, Linux
UKG: Provider of workforce management and human capital management software.
10+ YOE10+ years building enterprise Java-based web applications, expertise with cloud-native architectures, AI/LLM integrations, microservices, REST APIs, and strong testing and CI/CD practices.
Java, J2EE, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Hibernate/JPA, React, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, REST APIs, Microservices, SQL, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Cursor, Claude, LangGraph, OpenAI Agents SDK, CrewAI, AutoGen, OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, Model Context Protocol (MCP), AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, Docker, OpenShift, Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM Templates, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI, Datadog, Grafana, Prometheus, Splunk, OpenTelemetry, Bash, Python, PowerShell
MerckXETRA: MRK: A science and technology providing healthcare, life science, and electronics solutions.
3+ YOEBachelor's in CS/Engineering/Data Science, 3+ years in ML/data/search systems, strong Python, backend and data engineering experience, SQL, cloud (GCP/AWS), and production ML/LLM system design.
Optimizely: Provides a SaaS platform for digital marketing and experimentation.
10+ YOEBachelor's or equivalent,10+ years software development,7+ years backend,distributed systems and SQL expertise,Java preferred,cloud-native and query engine/DSL experience.
Staff Software Engineer, Scientific System of Record
Cambridge or San Francisco
$144k-$288k/yrHybridFull Time
Lila Sciences: Develops an AI platform for autonomous scientific research and discovery.
6+ YOE6–8+ years of engineering experience; expertise across frontend, backend, or data modeling; TypeScript/React; Python preferred; SQL/NoSQL; REST/GraphQL APIs; AI coding tools; domain in life sciences or data-intensive fields.
TypeScript, React, Python, SQL, NoSQL, Vector databases, API development (REST/GraphQL), AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, GraphQL, REST
SimpliSafe: Provides wireless home security systems and professional monitoring services.
8+ YOE8+ years developing full-stack solutions; expert with React, Node.js, and TypeScript; experience with SSR/CSR, REST/GraphQL, SQL/ORM, AWS, mentoring, and scalable cloud-native architectures.
CloudZero: Platform for cloud cost intelligence and FinOps optimization.
Significant experience building and operating production backend systems at scale; strong Python or other backend language skills; deep familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred), distributed systems, data pipelines/ETL, strong SQL and cloud data warehouses; mentorship and cross-team communication skills.
ToastNYSE: TOST: Cloud-based technology platform for the restaurant and hospitality industry.
8+ YOE8+ years building backend services; proficient in Java or Kotlin; experience with microservices, containerization, databases, API and service design; React experience; strong communication and technical leadership.
Kotlin, Java, React, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, DynamoDB, PostgreSQL
United States or San Diego or Dallas or Washington or Boston
$150k-$230k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Shield AI: Develops autonomous flight software and unmanned aircraft for defense.
7+ YOEBS/MS in CS or equivalent experience, typically 7+ years (or equivalent by higher degree), experience with modern frontend frameworks and full‑stack/backend languages, distributed systems, databases, and ability to obtain SECRET clearance.
REsurety: Data and software solutions for the clean energy economy.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering or related field and 5+ years in software quality engineering, automated test development, CI, backend development with Python and SQL, and Git.
Staff Software Engineer, Demand Bidder, Ad Serving Platform
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
$196k-$352k/yrHybridFull Time
RokuNASDAQ: ROKU: Operates a TV streaming platform and sells streaming hardware.
10+ YOE10+ years building and operating large-scale, low-latency distributed systems; strong Java, cloud (GCP/AWS), concurrency, and system design skills; experience with caching, messaging, SQL/NoSQL, and ML-driven decisioning.
Java, GCP, AWS, Claude Code, Cursor, MCP, SQL, NoSQL
Software Analysis Lead - Associate Staff (Group 76)
Lexington, Massachusetts, United States
$116k-$182k/yrOnsiteFull Time
MIT Lincoln Laboratory: Building advanced technology prototypes for national security.
3+ YOEMaster's in CS/CE plus 3+ years (or BS plus 6+ years); systems engineering and signal analysis experience; strong programming in MATLAB, Python, SQL, XML; communication and team leadership skills; ability to obtain Secret clearance.
SymboticNasdaq: SYM: AI-powered robotics and software for warehouse automation.
5+ YOE5+ years in software QA or systems validation with integration and functional testing in distributed systems; bachelor’s in CS or related; proficiency with APIs, simulation/HIL testing, scripting (C#, Python, Bash); valid driver’s license.
Poughkeepsie or Lowell or Rochester or Tucson or Research Triangle Park or Armonk or Boston or Bellevue or Atlanta or San Jose or Dallas or Austin or San Francisco or Seattle
$118k-$203k/yrHybridFull Time
IBMNew York Stock Exchange: IBM: Global technology providing enterprise software, cloud, and consulting.
7+ YOE7+ years TPM experience in cloud-native/high-scale software, strong distributed systems and cloud platform knowledge (AWS/GCP/Azure), bachelor's degree in CS/engineering, EM/PM skills, stakeholder communication to exec level.
Northeastern University: Global research university offering experiential learning and degree programs.
10+ YOE3+ MgmtProfessional degree in architecture/engineering or equivalent experience, Massachusetts registration (or ability to obtain within one year), 10+ years managing multi-discipline multimillion-dollar projects, 3+ years managing project staff, proficiency with scheduling/spreadsheet/word/database software, ability to access construction sites.