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Contract|On-site|San Mateo

Our MissionAt Faros AI, we are revolutionizing the operational landscape of engineering organizations. Our engineering intelligence platform offers unparalleled visibility and context for software delivery systems. This deep operational insight is critical for engineering leaders today, especially as AI systems increasingly integrate into real-world software…

Apr 23, 2026
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Full-time|On-site|San Mateo, CA United States

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.

Apr 24, 2026
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Full-time|On-site|San Mateo

About WisdomAIAt WisdomAI, we are committed to democratizing data access and insights. Our mission is to empower individuals and organizations to leverage data for informed decision-making. With the advent of Generative AI, we have the unique opportunity to revolutionize how insights are accessed within enterprises. Now is an exciting time to join us as we partner with several Fortune 100 companies and are at a pivotal stage where your contributions will significantly shape our product and engineering strategies.Role OverviewWe are seeking a talented Backend Engineer to become a part of our founding team. In this role, you will be instrumental in constructing efficient, secure, and highly scalable machine learning and data pipelines.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop large-scale data pipelines to efficiently process latency-sensitive analytical tasks.Utilize modern cloud infrastructure to create cost-effective and scalable systems.Collaborate closely with customers and founders to define the product and engineering trajectory.Contribute to shaping the engineering culture and technology stack within the organization.QualificationsProven experience in developing large-scale data pipelines.Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.Previous experience in a startup or fast-paced environment is highly desirable.

Feb 3, 2026
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Full-time|$130K/yr - $280K/yr|On-site|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.

Feb 9, 2026
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Full-time|On-site|San Mateo, CA United States

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.

Apr 23, 2026
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Full-time|On-site|San Mateo, CA United States

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.

Apr 23, 2026
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Full-time|$130K/yr - $280K/yr|On-site|San Mateo, CA United States

About UsAt Verkada, we are revolutionizing the way organizations safeguard their assets and personnel through our cutting-edge, AI-driven platform. As a premier provider in cloud-based physical security, we enable businesses to enhance safety and operational efficiency via a unified software solution that offers video surveillance, access control, environmental monitoring, alarm systems, intercoms, and visitor management capabilities.Trusted by over 30,000 organizations globally, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies, Verkada serves as a vital component of their security infrastructure, ensuring seamless management, intelligent oversight, and scalable implementations. Established in 2016, we have rapidly grown to encompass 15 offices and a dedicated team of over 2,200 employees.Role OverviewIn this pivotal role, you will contribute to the development and enhancement of tools and systems that empower our developers, sales, and support teams. As a Backend Engineer, you will be tasked with designing innovative tools and refining existing solutions. Regardless of your experience level, this is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our organization.We pride ourselves on our vibrant in-office culture, and this position requires you to work onsite at our headquarters in San Mateo, CA.Your ResponsibilitiesFacilitate common cloud operations instead of relying solely on developer machines.Enhance license management processes.Break down monolithic support tools into smaller, more efficient applications.Upgrade the feature flags system.Develop AI-based tools.Create solutions that bolster security and privacy.Contribute to open-source projects utilized by Verkada.

Feb 9, 2026
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Full-time|$130K/yr - $280K/yr|On-site|San Mateo, CA United States

Who We AreAt Verkada, we are revolutionizing the way organizations safeguard their people and properties through our advanced, AI-driven platform. As a frontrunner in cloud-based physical security, we enable businesses to enhance safety and operational efficiency via a cohesive software solution that encompasses video surveillance, access control, air quality monitoring, alarm systems, intercoms, and visitor management.With over 30,000 organizations globally, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies, relying on Verkada for their security needs, we are proud to serve as the backbone of safety, facilitating easier management, intelligent control, and scalable deployments. Established in 2016, Verkada has seen rapid growth with 15 offices and a team of over 2,200 dedicated employees.About the RoleWe are seeking a talented backend software engineer with robust data analysis expertise to join our camera fleet management team. In this role, you will create the data infrastructure and analytical tools that drive our safe release operations across over a million camera devices. This position merges traditional backend engineering with data pipeline development, log analysis, and metrics-focused insights.Firmware releases for our cameras include essential updates, such as new AI models, and assessing their impact necessitates advanced data analysis at scale. You will develop the pipelines, dashboards, and analytical tools that assist us in detecting anomalies, tracking release health, and ensuring the success of every deployment. Your contributions will directly influence our data-driven decision-making processes for releases that affect our customers and our brand reputation.Every decision regarding releases impacts hundreds of thousands of cameras in operation. The data pipelines you establish and the insights you provide will determine whether we can confidently proceed with a release or need to pause a problematic rollout. You will be the engineering force behind our culture of data-driven releases.You will collaborate closely with the Systems Software Engineer leading the team to build a resilient data infrastructure—encompassing ingestion pipelines that process high-volume logs to SQL queries that reveal critical insights and real-time monitoring dashboards.

Feb 9, 2026
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Internship|On-site|San Mateo, CA United States

Join Verkada as a Backend Software Engineering Intern for Fall 2026! This unique opportunity allows you to collaborate with industry-leading engineers while gaining hands-on experience in software development. You will be involved in designing, implementing, and maintaining backend systems that are crucial to our innovative security solutions.As part of our team, you will work on real-world projects that will enhance your technical skills and provide valuable insights into the software engineering lifecycle.

Apr 6, 2026
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Full-time|On-site|San Mateo, CA United States

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 teams to improve system performance and reliability. Apply strong security practices throughout backend development. Location This role is based in San Mateo, CA, United States.

Apr 14, 2026
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Full-time|$130K/yr - $280K/yr|On-site|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.

Feb 11, 2026
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Full-time|$150K/yr - $300K/yr|On-site|San Mateo, CA United States

Who We AreAt Verkada, we are revolutionizing the way organizations safeguard their personnel and facilities through an innovative, AI-driven platform. As a frontrunner in cloud-based physical security solutions, we empower organizations to enhance safety and operational efficiency with a unified software system that integrates video surveillance, access management, environmental sensors, alarm systems, intercoms, and visitor tracking.With over 30,000 organizations globally, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies, relying on Verkada for their physical security needs, we offer streamlined management, smart control, and scalable solutions. Established in 2016, Verkada has experienced rapid growth with 15 offices and a dedicated team of over 2,200 employees.About the RoleJoin our agile and high-energy team focused on developing state-of-the-art cloud-managed access control systems. Our Access Control product line is essential, enabling users to oversee their door operations, scheduling, and user credentials seamlessly from their laptops or mobile devices.We envision our team as a startup within a startup, granting significant ownership and autonomy. You will collaborate with a talented group of firmware, backend, and frontend engineers to drive this product line forward.What You'll DoBe passionate about innovative products and the startup ecosystemFocus on delivering exceptional products and user experiences rather than just featuresTransform nascent product ideas into fully realized solutionsExhibit self-motivation and problem-solving skills to tackle significant challenges without predefined solutionsEngage in a collaborative learning environment where you will gain new skills while taking technical ownership of key systemsEmbrace a growth mindset; as our startup expands, we welcome the opportunity for personal and professional development alongside our teamWhat You BringA Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related fieldA minimum of 3 years of professional software engineering experienceProficiency in at least one widely-used server-side programming language (such as Python or Go)Experience designing scalable distributed systems, including databases, queues, and blob storageFamiliarity with agile software development methodologiesA willingness and ability to work on-site five days a week

Feb 9, 2026
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Full-time|On-site|San Mateo, CA, United States

Join Roblox as a Senior Software Engineer - Engine Reliability and be a key player in ensuring the robustness and performance of our gaming engine. In this role, you will collaborate with talented engineers to develop innovative solutions that enhance the reliability of our systems, allowing millions of users to enjoy seamless gaming experiences.

Mar 17, 2026
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Full-time|On-site|San Mateo, CA

Join Notable as a Senior Fullstack Software Engineer and play a pivotal role in revolutionizing healthcare through cutting-edge AI technology. We seek an experienced engineer to design, develop, and maintain innovative web applications that enhance patient care and streamline healthcare delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and UX/UI designers, to build high-performance solutions that integrate seamlessly with various healthcare systems. Uphold best practices in code quality and deployment, and work alongside our data science team to bring machine learning and natural language processing algorithms to life in production environments. Become part of a mission-driven culture committed to transforming healthcare for millions.

Dec 10, 2025
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Full-time|$130K/yr - $280K/yr|On-site|San Mateo, CA United States

Who We AreAt Verkada, we are revolutionizing the way organizations safeguard their personnel and premises with our innovative, AI-driven platform. As a frontrunner in cloud-based physical security, we empower organizations to enhance safety and operational efficiency through a unified software platform offering solutions such as video surveillance, access control, air quality monitoring, alarms, intercoms, and visitor management.With over 30,000 organizations globally, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies, Verkada is trusted as the essential physical security layer that streamlines management, provides intelligent control, and supports scalable deployments. Founded in 2016, our rapid growth has led to 15 offices and a team of over 2,200 dedicated employees.About the TeamOur Alerts and Operations team is pivotal within the Verkada ecosystem, ensuring customers receive timely notifications for critical live events, such as the presence of persons of interest in buildings, unauthorized door access after hours, or simply knowing when to allow delivery personnel in. We are responsible for developing and maintaining comprehensive systems for Events, Alerts, and Notifications, processing over 500 million events weekly from a global network of devices.Our systems facilitate real-time event processing from Verkada's extensive device fleet, delivering smart, actionable alerts across various channels, including email, SMS, push notifications, and webhooks.In 2025, we introduced Operations, a suite of features tailored for clients monitoring essential infrastructure with dedicated security teams, starting with enhanced collaboration tools and expanding integration capabilities.We are actively investigating how AI can empower our customers to utilize our products more effectively and respond promptly to events, while consistently enhancing the reliability and intelligence of our alerting systems.

Feb 9, 2026
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Full-time|On-site|San Mateo, CA

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.

Apr 10, 2026
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Full-time|$195.8K/yr - $242.1K/yr|On-site|San Mateo, CA, United States

At Roblox, we empower millions of users to explore, create, play, and connect through immersive 3D digital experiences, all crafted by our vibrant community of developers and creators.Our mission is to redefine how people come together from any corner of the globe and on any device. We are committed to fostering a community that connects a billion people with optimism and civility, and we are on the lookout for exceptional talent to join us in this endeavor.A career at Roblox means you will be at the forefront of shaping human interaction, tackling unique technical challenges at scale, and contributing to the creation of safe, civil shared experiences for all.As a Senior Software Engineer on our Systems team, your contributions will directly impact the foundational elements of Roblox. You will develop robust software that supports our extensive community of over 2 million developers, enabling them to push the boundaries of interactive gaming. Your work will encompass various aspects of the engine, including threading, memory management, physics, and scripting. If you possess a passion for C++ and thrive in high-performance, real-time applications, you will find a welcoming environment within our Game Engine team.Your responsibilities will include:Crafting engine code in C++ for critical sub-systems within the Roblox game engine.Developing systems for data synchronization between server and client, implementing game-aware data streaming, and optimizing resource usage to ensure seamless gameplay across diverse devices.Contributing to every application developed by Roblox, from mobile clients to cloud-based servers.Your qualifications include:A minimum of 4 years of experience working on intricate challenges in extensive C++ codebases.Proficiency with system-level pointers, templates, and raw memory blocks.A strong understanding of game engine architecture or a desire to learn.Experience in building reliable, functioning systems.A curiosity and commitment to staying updated with technological advancements.

Feb 10, 2026
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Full-time|$196.8K/yr - $243.3K/yr|On-site|San Mateo, CA, United States

At Roblox, our platform serves millions of users daily, providing a space for exploration, creativity, gameplay, learning, and social connection through immersive 3D experiences crafted by our global community of developers and creators.We are dedicated to constructing innovative tools and platforms that enable our community to manifest their imaginative visions. Our goal is to revolutionize how individuals connect globally, regardless of their geographical location or device. Join us in our mission to unite a billion individuals with positivity and respect, as we seek exceptional talent to help realize this vision.A career at Roblox means influencing the future of human interaction by tackling unique technical challenges on a grand scale and contributing to the creation of safer, more respectful shared experiences for all.Every day, numerous configuration changes are made by service owners across Roblox. This crucial function supports millions of players worldwide as they engage with Roblox for play, learning, work, and socializing. Become a part of the Engineering Efficiency - Configuration team at Roblox and play a vital role in enhancing our development experience. As a Senior Software Engineer, your contributions will significantly transform our development processes and facilitate global expansion through advanced technology.Your ResponsibilitiesUnify and Integrate Systems: Seamlessly merge various high-performance frontends and backends into a cohesive, scalable, and secure next-gen configuration system capable of handling millions of requests per second. Integrate configuration management into the CI/CD pipeline effortlessly.Accelerate Configuration Management with AI: Implement AI Agents to enable smooth configuration upgrades, management, and automation.Ensure Safety and Reliability: Develop robust systems to automate configuration changes, minimizing errors and guaranteeing safe modifications at scale.Enhance and Support: Take ownership of existing configuration systems, provide on-call support as needed, and proactively introduce new features and fixes to improve stability and performance.Improve Runtime Configurations: Create and enforce language-specific libraries and standardized processes to optimize runtime configurations across our platform, promoting consistency and efficiency.

Feb 12, 2026
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Full-time|On-site|San Mateo, CA, United States

Roblox is looking for a Senior Software Engineer focused on Subscriptions to help shape and improve subscription services for a global audience. This role centers on designing and building reliable software that supports millions of users. Role overview Work closely with teams across disciplines to create and refine scalable solutions for Roblox’s subscription products. The work directly affects the experience of players worldwide, aiming to make subscriptions smooth and dependable. What you will do Design and implement software systems that support subscription services at scale Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and other teams to deliver improvements Contribute expertise in software engineering to drive innovation in subscription features Location This position is based in San Mateo, CA, United States.

Apr 29, 2026
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Full-time|$170K/yr - $260K/yr|On-site|San Mateo, CA United States

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.

Feb 12, 2026

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