Job Title: Software Engineer II
Department: Software Engineering
This position will play a significant role in designing, developing, and maintaining complex software systems and applications. The individual will leverage their strong technical expertise and leadership skills to contribute to complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate on architectural decisions. The individual will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and innovative solutions.
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
- Collaboration and Technical Contribution: Collaborate with senior engineers to provide guidance on technical implementations. Support junior team members, helping them enhance their technical skills. Promote a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
- System Design and Architecture: Participate in system design and architecture discussions. Collaborate with architects and cross-functional teams to contribute to the design of complex software systems, focusing on scalability, performance, and maintainability.
- Software Development: Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions using various programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code that meets the company's coding standards and best practices.
- Project Execution: Contribute to the execution of critical projects or initiatives. Assist in defining project goals and timelines, and manage tasks effectively. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and timely delivery.
- Problem Solving and Troubleshooting: Analyze complex technical problems, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve software defects and production issues promptly. Conduct post-mortem analyses to identify areas of improvement.
- Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, understand business needs, and translate them into technical solutions. Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, providing updates on project status, challenges, and recommendations.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality and reliability of software through the implementation of testing strategies, code reviews, and continuous integration practices. Drive a culture of quality and establish robust testing processes. Advocate for the use of automated testing and other quality assurance best practices.
- Innovation and Learning: Stay up to date with the latest technologies, tools, and industry trends. Contribute to innovation initiatives, evaluate new technologies, and recommend improvements to enhance development efficiency, product quality, and user experience.
- Perform other related duties or specialized areas as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Required Skills/Abilities/Qualifications:
- Significant professional experience as a software engineer, with a focus on complex software development, preferably in a large-scale, fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as Golang, Python, or others
- Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, software design principles, and architectural patterns.
- Experience with distributed systems, cloud computing, and related technologies.
- Demonstrated technical leadership skills, with the ability to guide and mentor junior engineers.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking abilities.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to drive projects, make informed decisions, and deliver high-quality results.
- Passion for technology, innovation, and continuous learning.
Preferred Skills/Abilities/Qualifications:
- Experience with Terraform or other IaC technologies.
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes or similar technologies.
- Experience with gRPC, Protocol Buffers and API design.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- 2~5 years of experience
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer. The employee routinely is required to sit; stand, walk; talk and hear; use hands to keyboard
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to lift 20 lbs.
About Bear Robotics:
- Bear Robotics was founded in 2017 and we are 250+ motivated Bears who work tirelessly everyday to make our robots a reality. We have developed robotic solutions that autonomously navigate indoor environments for a variety of consumer solutions, like restaurants, senior living facilities, hotels & casinos just to name a few. Working for a dynamic start-up gives you a chance for rapid personal development. While building expertise in your field you’ll have countless opportunities for growth as we expand our product line and global reach. We’re not a big tech company yet, but we’re striving every day to be THE global player when it comes to hospitality robotics. In 2022 we raised $81 Million in Series B funding to accelerate growth and expand into new markets in southeast Asia and Europe. If you feel you’re ready for an adventure in robotics, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits Summary
- We hire the best, not only will you be surrounded by exceptionally smart and motivated people, but we believe excellent compensation and benefits are an essential part of our company's success.
- HDHP & PPO Medical plan options
- Dental/Vision
- 401K & Roth Match options
- Stock Options
- 4 Months Parental Leave
- STD/LTD LIfe insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Provided Daily Lunch and Dinner
- Free Snacks / Beverages
- Work Schedule flexibility
- Cell phone / internet reimbursement
- Employee bonus programs
The pay range for this position is $176K - $215K + discretionary annual performance bonus. Pay is dependent on the applicant's relevant experience.
Bear Robotics, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.