Location: San Francisco, CA
About the Opportunity Join an agile, venture-backed infrastructure team building the next generation of high-efficiency GPU cloud computing. We are developing groundbreaking virtualization technology that optimizes hardware utilization far beyond industry standards, backed by $4.5M in funding from premier Silicon Valley investors. This is a high-impact role for a world-class engineer to own the core C++ stack of a rapidly scaling, revenue-generating platform.
Responsibilities
- Engineer and maintain the high-performance C++ core of a proprietary hardware virtualization stack.
- Conduct deep-dive systems debugging and performance tuning to ensure ultra-low latency execution.
- Lead research and implementation for complex systems challenges including resource oversubscription and state checkpointing.
- Balance the development of customer-facing product enhancements with the rigorous demands of production-level systems programming.
- Collaborate directly with founding leadership to architect scalable infrastructure as the organization grows.
Requirements
- Expert-level C++ Proficiency: Exceptional mastery of C++ with a focus on performance-critical applications.
- Hardware Optimization: Proven experience optimizing GPU or Network Interface Card (NIC) performance.
- Low-Level Systems Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of compilers, low-level networking protocols, and systems architecture.
- High-Stakes Environment: Background in latency-sensitive sectors where performance translates directly to value.
- Ownership Mentality: A self-starter capable of managing production systems and delivering high-quality output at a rapid pace.
- Communication: Ability to relay complex technical concepts and maintain clarity during high-pressure production scenarios.
Preferred Qualifications
- Academic background in Computer Science from a top-tier research university.
- Professional experience within high-frequency trading firms, specialized hardware manufacturers, or advanced systems research labs.
- Leadership aspirations or experience guiding technical strategy in a startup environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary and meaningful equity stake in a high-growth, post-PMF startup.
- In-person collaborative environment in the heart of San Francisco.
- Opportunity to work alongside elite researchers and infrastructure specialists.
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