Staff Software Engineer

Summary

The job is for a Staff Software Engineer at Vidmob, a creative data company. The role involves developing high-scale software solutions, collaborating with product teams, and mentoring fellow engineers. The candidate should have expertise in TypeScript, AWS, Snowflake, Databricks, and AI technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• 10+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a high-scale data environment
• Expert ability in a modern coding language (TypeScript preferred)
• Proven track record with AWS, Snowflake, Databricks, and AI technologies
• Strong understanding of automated testing and system observability
• Demonstrated ability in mentoring and leading technical teams
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to issue resolution

Responsibilities

• Develop high-scale software solutions to manage and leverage the big data that flows through our platform
• Utilize expertise in modern programming languages (we use TypeScript) to create robust and scalable code
• Collaborate closely with product teams and other business units to conceive, plan, and deliver products that exceed user expectations
• Take ownership of products end-to-end, including all related infrastructure (IaC)
• Work with Snowflake and Databricks, leveraging their capabilities for working with big data and analytics
• Engage with AI technologies like NLP, LLMs, computer vision, and generative AI, not just as concepts but as integral tools within Vidmob’s ecosystem
• Mentor fellow engineers, fostering an environment of learning and growth
• Ensure comprehensive test coverage through automated unit, integration, and API testing
• Utilize DataDog for monitoring and ensuring the observability of systems
• Adopt a security-first mindset in all aspects of application development