Qualifications
In This Role, You'll:Develop and maintain full-stack features for our web application and data processing backend catering to complex telemetry data.Design user-friendly interfaces for data exploration, optimizing for extensive real-time datasets.Create efficient APIs and access patterns for real-time data streaming.Collaborate with data platform and frontend teams on service design and implementation.Write clean, maintainable code and engage in technical design discussions.The Skillset You'll Bring:Over 8 years of professional experience in full-stack software development.Proficient in building production applications with technologies such as React, NextJS, TypeScript, Go, Rust, and Python.Familiarity with both relational and non-relational databases, including PostgreSQL, Druid, Pinot, Timescale, or similar.Exemplary problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail.Bonus Points:Experience with technical visualization tools (WebGL, D3.js, Apache ECharts) and time-series data.Knowledge of WebAssembly and browser-based computation.Background in scientific computing or technical data visualization.Experience in building tools for technical users (dashboards, data-editing environments).
About the job
At Sift, we are revolutionizing the construction, testing, and operation of modern machines. Our innovative platform empowers engineers with real-time visibility over high-frequency telemetry, helping to eliminate bottlenecks and facilitating rapid, reliable development.
Founded by a team with backgrounds at SpaceX, Google, and Palantir, Sift emerged from the need for robust infrastructure in mission-critical systems, where precision and scalability are paramount. With roots in projects like Dragon, Falcon, Starlink, and Starship, we focus on delivering solutions that address complex engineering challenges.
As a pivotal member of our engineering team, you will not only write code but also define architecture, shape product development, and influence a culture dedicated to solving real-world engineering problems. If you are eager to tackle intricate technical challenges and contribute to building foundational systems for complex machines, we would love to hear from you.
About Sift
Sift is at the forefront of technological innovation, developing solutions that redefine how engineers interact with telemetry data in complex machinery. Our team, comprised of industry veterans from SpaceX, Google, and Palantir, is dedicated to creating infrastructure that supports critical missions requiring utmost precision and scalability.