Senior Backend Engineer - Device Platform

Role Overview Verkada is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer for the Device Platform team in San Mateo, CA. This position focuses on building and maintaining backend systems that support Verkada’s device offerings. What You Will Do Design and implement scalable backend infrastructure for device solutions. Work closely with engineering, product, and security tea…

About Us:At Fireworks AI, we are revolutionizing the landscape of generative AI infrastructure. Our advanced platform provides the highest quality models with unparalleled speed and scalability in inference. We have been recognized as the industry leader in Large Language Model (LLM) inference speed and are committed to innovative projects, including our proprietary function calling and multimodal models. As a Series C company valued at $4 billion, we are backed by esteemed investors such as Benchmark, Sequoia, Lightspeed, Index, and Evantic. Our team consists of passionate builders, many of whom are veterans from Meta PyTorch and Google Vertex AI.The Role:As a vital contributor to our backend systems, you will help shape the foundation of Fireworks:Our primary web applicationModel and fine-tuning job orchestrationBilling and enterprise functionalitiesUser accounts, organization management, and access controlsPolicy enforcement and governanceAPIs and developer toolsAnd many exciting projects!This is platform engineering with tangible product impact. Your contributions will directly influence how our customers interact with AI. You will collaborate closely with product, frontend, infrastructure, and go-to-market teams to deliver comprehensive features rather than just completing tickets.

Verkada’s Alarms team develops the backend systems behind the company’s security products. As a Senior Backend Engineer, this role centers on building and enhancing the technology that supports the alarms platform and its user experience. What you will do Design, build, and maintain backend services for Alarms products Work closely with other engineers to improve system reliability and performance Optimize backend systems to support both new and existing security features Location This role is based onsite in San Mateo, CA, United States.

Who We AreAt Verkada, we are revolutionizing the way organizations secure their spaces and safeguard their people through an integrated, AI-driven platform. As a frontrunner in cloud physical security, we empower over 30,000 organizations globally—including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies—to enhance safety and operational efficiency through a unified software solution that encompasses video surveillance, access control, air quality monitoring, alarms, intercom systems, and visitor management. Established in 2016, Verkada has experienced rapid growth, currently operating 15 offices with a workforce of over 2,200 dedicated professionals.About the RoleJoin our Camera Foundation team, which is dedicated to advancing the software infrastructure of our cloud camera ecosystem. We operate across diverse stacks, including backend, frontend, and embedded systems, and are committed to delivering innovative solutions that cater to the dynamic needs of our clientele.As a backend engineer on our team, you will play a pivotal role in developing large-scale distributed systems that handle some of the highest query per second (QPS) operations at Verkada. Collaborate with exceptional engineers and tackle complex challenges head-on.What You’ll DoLead the design and development of high-performance backend systems at scale.Work closely with cross-functional teams to create, improve, and maintain the software infrastructure for our cloud camera solutions.Enhance and optimize the performance of existing software components.Mentor and guide junior software engineers to foster their growth.What You BringA Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.A minimum of 4 years of professional experience as a software engineer.Proficiency in at least one programming language such as C++, Python, or Golang.A robust understanding of scalable backend architecture and the ability to make informed design choices.Familiarity with prevalent cloud technologies and services.A strong capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a team dynamic.Willingness to work onsite five days a week.What to ExpectCollaborate with top-tier engineering talent.Receive competitive compensation with significant growth potential.Enjoy a clear career progression path with dedicated mentorship.Engage in a culture of teaching and learning, where you will acquire new technologies while sharing your expertise.

Join IXL Learning, a premier innovator in personalized education solutions utilized by millions globally, as a Senior Software Engineer on our Unification Team. This impactful team is dedicated to enhancing technical excellence across IXL and our affiliated brands.In this pivotal role, you will spearhead large-scale, cross-functional engineering projects aimed at unifying our infrastructure, standardizing tools and processes, and developing reusable, scalable, and reliable systems. Your contributions will foster enhanced collaboration, expedite development cycles, and bolster product performance company-wide.We seek engineers who are passionate about tackling intricate technical challenges, excel in collaborative settings, and are driven by the mission to improve systems that empower millions of learners.

Join Roblox as a Senior Engineering Manager for the AI Platform, where you will lead a talented team of engineers to drive innovation and excellence in AI technologies. Your leadership will be critical in developing and enhancing our AI capabilities, ensuring that our platform remains at the forefront of the industry.

Join Verkada as a Senior Frontend Engineer to help shape the future of our web platform. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative user interfaces that enhance our security and surveillance solutions. Your expertise in frontend technologies will drive the development of scalable applications that prioritize user experience.

Skydio stands at the forefront of drone technology, recognized as the premier U.S. drone manufacturer and a global leader in autonomous flight. Our innovative team merges extensive knowledge in artificial intelligence with top-tier hardware and software development, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. We aim to empower a diverse range of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders and military personnel, enhancing their operational capabilities and safety.About the Role:We are seeking a pivotal member of our Data Team to drive Skydio's data-centric decision-making processes and product development. In this role, you will create systems that gather, transform, and store data from a vast fleet of autonomous drones, generating insights that enhance the intelligence, safety, and capabilities of our vehicles. You will have the chance to shape our data architecture, advocate for cutting-edge tools like Databricks and Palantir Foundry, and introduce AI-assisted analytics across the organization.This role goes beyond traditional data positions; you will engage with complex challenges at the convergence of autonomy, AI, and large-scale telemetry, transforming raw flight data into actionable intelligence that impacts the real world!Key Contributions:Develop predictive models to anticipate hardware failures, such as propeller and battery issues, enabling proactive mitigation strategies.Create 3D maps detailing cellular and radio connectivity within operational airspace, aiding customers in understanding safe and reliable flight zones for their drones.Establish a company-wide data lakehouse that underpins analytics, dashboards, and machine learning — designed to be secure, scalable, and exceptionally fast.Implement AI-driven data tools that empower every Skydio team member to explore data, derive insights, and construct pipelines independently.Your Impact:Design and expand the data infrastructure capable of ingesting live telemetry from thousands of autonomous drones, ensuring reliability and efficiency to support future flight intelligence advancements.Enhance our Databricks and Palantir Foundry environments, enabling all Skydio employees to query data, define tasks, and build insightful dashboards — transforming raw telemetry into useful insights.Build data systems that genuinely empower our products with data-driven capabilities, from predictive analytics to enhanced decision-making.

About UsAt Verkada, we are revolutionizing how organizations safeguard their personnel and properties through an integrated, AI-driven platform. As a frontrunner in cloud-based physical security, we empower organizations to enhance safety and operational efficiency via a unified software solution encompassing video surveillance, access control, air quality monitoring, alarms, intercoms, and visitor management.Trusted by over 30,000 organizations globally, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies, Verkada serves as the backbone of physical security for simpler management, intelligent oversight, and scalable implementations. Established in 2016, we have rapidly grown to include 15 offices and over 2,200 full-time employees.Your RoleTake ownership of the full-cycle development of on-device camera platform features utilizing C++ and Golang.Collaborate closely with the product team to transform requirements into scalable, production-ready solutions that align with product vision and customer expectations.Work in partnership with streaming, storage, and AI engineering teams to deliver features optimized for edge computing environments.Lead code reviews, oversee debugging efforts, and maintain coding standards to ensure a high-quality, maintainable codebase.Manage and coordinate regular over-the-air (OTA) releases, balancing delivery speed with system stability and reliability.

Skydio stands at the forefront of the US drone industry, pioneering autonomous flight technology essential for the future of drones and aerial mobility. Our team is composed of experts in artificial intelligence, top-tier hardware and software development, operational excellence, and a relentless focus on customer satisfaction. We aim to empower a diverse range of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders and military personnel.About the Role:We are seeking a Senior Android Engineer who is passionate about developing and refining native mobile applications that transform how users interact with drones. In this role, you will take ownership of vital subsystems that connect our C++ autonomy engine with the Android application layer, while also mentoring fellow engineers on NDK and systems-level best practices.About the Team:Our mobile applications leverage an extensive C++ and Python codebase powered by Skydio's Autonomy Engine. The mobile team is responsible for the complete stack, from native C++ libraries through JNI bindings to the Kotlin UI layer, primarily utilizing Kotlin for native Android development alongside some legacy Java classes.Your Impact:Design and implement advanced drone control features that facilitate low-latency communication between the device, drone, and cloud.Enhance video streaming, augmented reality, and real-time telemetry rendering on the Android platform.Lead the JNI/NDK layer development that connects our C++ autonomy libraries to the Kotlin application.Make informed technical decisions on performance-critical paths, including memory management, threading, and GPU utilization.Collaborate across teams—autonomy, firmware, cloud, and product—to deliver outstanding drone control applications.Mentor junior engineers and elevate the quality of native Android and C++ code.

Verkada seeks a Senior Backend Engineer based in San Mateo, CA. This position centers on creating and maintaining backend systems that support Verkada’s security products. Role overview The Senior Backend Engineer will design and implement infrastructure that can scale to meet the demands of modern security solutions. The work involves ensuring reliability and efficiency across the systems that power Verkada’s offerings. What you will do Build and maintain backend systems that support security products Design infrastructure with scalability in mind Focus on delivering reliable and efficient solutions Location This role is based in San Mateo, CA, United States.

Who We AreAt Verkada, we are revolutionizing the way organizations safeguard their personnel and properties through an integrated, AI-driven platform. As a frontrunner in cloud-based physical security, Verkada empowers organizations to enhance safety and operational efficiency via a unified software solution that encompasses video surveillance, access control, air quality monitoring, alarm systems, intercoms, and visitor management. Trusted by over 30,000 organizations globally, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies, Verkada serves as the essential layer of physical security for streamlined management, intelligent oversight, and scalable implementations. Established in 2016, Verkada has experienced rapid growth, operating 15 offices and employing over 2,200 full-time professionals.About the TeamThe Alerts and Operations team plays a crucial role within the Verkada ecosystem, ensuring that our clients receive timely notifications about critical events, such as unauthorized access or deliveries. We are responsible for developing and maintaining comprehensive systems for Events, Alerts, and Notifications, processing over 500 million events weekly from a vast network of devices worldwide. Our systems are designed to manage real-time data, delivering actionable alerts through various channels including email, SMS, push notifications, and webhooks.In 2025, we introduced Operations, a suite of features tailored for clients monitoring vital infrastructure with dedicated security teams, commencing with enhanced collaboration tools and expanded integration capabilities. We are continually investigating how AI can optimize our products for greater efficiency and effective event responses, while also enhancing the reliability and intelligence of our alerting systems.

Who We AreVerkada is revolutionizing the way organizations safeguard their personnel and properties through an integrated, AI-driven platform. As a frontrunner in cloud-based physical security solutions, Verkada empowers organizations to enhance safety and operational efficiency via a unified software platform that encompasses video security, access control, air quality monitoring, alarms, intercom systems, and visitor management.Over 30,000 organizations globally, including over 100 Fortune 500 companies, rely on Verkada for a seamless physical security solution that simplifies management, provides intelligent control, and supports scalable deployments. Established in 2016, Verkada has experienced rapid growth, boasting 15 locations and over 2,200 dedicated employees.About the RoleAs a vital member of our Infrastructure team, you will be responsible for constructing data infrastructure, pipelines, and services that enable teams to harness data for informed decision-making and deliver high-quality features to users. We prioritize tools over rigid processes, automation over manual operations, metrics over subjective observations, iterative improvement over perfection, and proactive measures over reactive responses.This position requires an in-office presence at our headquarters in San Mateo, CA, as we are dedicated to fostering a vibrant in-office culture.What You'll DoDesign and develop robust, scalable, and efficient data infrastructure that empowers the team to derive insights and make informed, data-driven decisions.Collaborate across departments to create data products that provide insights and enhance both Verkada's offerings and customer experiences.Design and implement solutions that guarantee data quality, security, and compliance.Lead projects from conception through to implementation.Mentor and nurture junior engineers.What You Bring5+ years of experience in data engineering or related fields.A flexible and adaptable mindset suited for a dynamic startup environment.A strong commitment to product quality and the development of systems that facilitate the delivery of high-quality releases.Extensive knowledge in distributed systems and data processing.Experience with data infrastructure and analytics.Familiarity with Kubernetes is preferred.Experience in data visualization and dashboard design is a plus.

About LuminaiLuminai is revolutionizing healthcare operations by harnessing the power of technology to eliminate inefficiencies and streamline critical processes. In a sector where manual labor often obstructs innovation, our platform automates vital workflows, enabling healthcare professionals to concentrate on what truly matters: patient care. With significant backing from top-tier Silicon Valley investors, including General Catalyst and YCombinator, we are positioned at the forefront of healthcare technology.About the RoleAs a Senior Software Engineer at Luminai, you will play a pivotal role in developing user-centric applications that enhance our platform's functionality and user experience.What You'll DoLead complex application development projects, overseeing planning, design, and implementation throughout the technology stack.Collaborate on shaping the core product direction, utilizing system enhancements to deliver increased customer value.Enhance Luminai's tooling by contributing to both frontend and backend components.Promote software development best practices, including code reviews and testing, to ensure the delivery of high-quality, maintainable software.Design and implement robust API, authentication, and middleware solutions to bolster the platform's scalability and security.What We're Looking ForDemonstrated experience in delivering high-quality code on challenging projects.Extensive knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and Python.A keen eye for detail, with a passion for maintainable and scalable frontend solutions.Experience across the entire stack, from backend to frontend, is highly desirable.

Verkada seeks a Senior Backend Software Engineer for the Workplace Products team based in San Mateo, CA. This group develops and maintains backend systems that power a range of workplace solutions for clients. Key responsibilities Design and build backend systems tailored for workplace products Collaborate with fellow engineers to enhance the user experience Support projects aimed at helping clients streamline operations Role focus This position centers on creating reliable backend infrastructure to support workplace products. The work involves both technical design and hands-on implementation, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and improving client outcomes.

Verkada seeks a Senior Staff Software Engineer to join the Platform Infrastructure team in San Mateo, CA. This senior technical position focuses on shaping and improving the core infrastructure that underpins Verkada's products, with particular attention to performance and scalability. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, building, and ongoing support of platform infrastructure. Partner with engineering teams to deliver software solutions that enable the platform to grow and adapt. Spot opportunities to improve reliability and efficiency, and guide initiatives to address them. Collaboration Frequent collaboration with cross-functional teams is central to this role. The goal is to ensure that infrastructure evolves to meet the demands of both current and future products.

Join our dynamic team at EntireHire as a Senior Software Engineer or Architect specializing in Media Platforms. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your extensive experience in software development and architectural design to build robust and scalable media solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance our platforms, ensuring high performance and user satisfaction.

About the Role Roblox is hiring a Senior Software Engineer for the Compute Cell Platform team in San Mateo, CA. This team focuses on building and improving software that supports the core of the Roblox gaming platform. What You’ll Do Design and develop software to strengthen the Compute Cell Platform. Work closely with engineers and other teams to deliver solutions that support millions of users. Help shape the technical direction of the platform, aiming for reliability and performance. Collaboration This role involves regular collaboration with colleagues across engineering, product, and other functions to deliver features that improve the gaming experience for Roblox users.

Join Roblox as a Senior Product Manager for Consumer Platforms, where you will lead the development and enhancement of our web and backend platforms. Your expertise will help shape the future of our user experience, ensuring that our products are engaging, intuitive, and robust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, prioritize features, and deliver exceptional solutions that meet the needs of our community.

About UsAt Verkada, we are revolutionizing the way organizations safeguard their people and assets through an innovative, AI-driven platform. As a frontrunner in cloud-based physical security, we empower over 30,000 global organizations, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies, to enhance safety and operational efficiency with our unified software solutions, which encompass video security, access control, environmental monitoring, alarms, intercoms, and visitor management.Founded in 2016, Verkada has rapidly expanded to 15 offices worldwide, employing over 2,200 dedicated professionals.Role OverviewWe are seeking skilled backend engineers to join our Verkada Core Command team. In this role, you will be instrumental in scaling our authentication, user management, roles, and audit functionalities to support the needs of the world's largest organizations.Your ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement scalable control planes and data primitives for all Verkada products.Develop robust distributed systems capable of managing high traffic from hundreds of thousands of devices globally.Initiate new services within a microservices architecture.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering.4+ years of relevant industry experience.Proven track record in building and scaling access systems for millions of users worldwide.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Python or Go.Experience with relational databases such as Postgres or MySQL.Familiarity with key-value storage systems like Redis or Memcached.Knowledge of distributed queueing systems (Kafka) and caching (Redis, Memcached).Experience with major cloud service providers (AWS, GCP, Azure).Exposure to React framework.Understanding of GRPC and API specifications.Willingness to work on-site five days a week.