Software Engineer, Internal Systems

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer, Internal Systems. Location: Berkeley, California, USA or Fremont, California, USA

Responsibilities:

• Own, maintain, and improve data-intensive Python services and applications, primarily backend systems with some full-stack development.

• Work with quantum engineers and fabrication engineers to understand their needs and translate them into scalable, sustainable software.

• Maintain data integrity as systems evolve through schema migrations, client compatibility, testing, and continuous integration.

• Measure and improve application performance, user-facing workflows, and platform observability;

• Develop frameworks, safeguards, and best practices that help scientists and engineers use AI coding agents safely and sustainably.

• Communicate priorities and roadmap updates to users.

• Mentor and collaborate with other engineers.

Qualifications:

• Strong Python skills and experience building and operating production backend or serving systems.

• Experience working with large, evolving codebases and improving them without disrupting dependent teams.

• Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases. PostgreSQL experience is an advantage.

• Experience with AWS and common cloud technologies such as Kubernetes, Kafka, PostgreSQL, Grafana, or equivalent tools.

• Experience collaborating with scientists or other highly technical colleagues;

• Ability to understand user needs, define solutions, and independently drive projects forward.

• Interest in quantum computing and the company's technology.

Preferred:

• Background in scientific computing, data science, or AI/ML tooling.

• Experience in high-performance computing (HPC), national laboratories, semiconductor environments, or hardware-focused R&D.

• Experience with DevOps, site reliability engineering (SRE), or cloud engineering.

• Frontend development or data visualization experience, especially tools that help scientists analyze and understand data.

• Background in physics, mathematics, or quantum computing is beneficial but not required.

Benefits and compensation:

• Annual base salary of $180,000 to $250,000.

• Competitive compensation and equity.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan.

• Paid parental leave.

• Rejuvenation days.

• Vacation policy aligned with applicable local regulations and industry standards.

Additional information:

• Final compensation depends on relevant experience, skills, and location.

• The company encourages applications from women, minorities, and underrepresented groups.

• The company is an equal opportunity employer and maintains an inclusive workplace;

• AI tools may assist with application reviews and verification, but final hiring decisions are made by humans.

• Applicants can contact the company for information about how their data is processed.

• The company is committed to compliance with applicable export licensing and anti-discrimination laws.