Job Description
About The Company
Sift is a pioneering technology company dedicated to transforming how modern machines are built, tested, and operated. Our innovative platform provides engineers with real-time observability over high-frequency telemetry data, effectively eliminating bottlenecks and enabling faster, more reliable development cycles. Founded by a team with experience from SpaceX, Google, and Palantir, Sift specializes in mission-critical systems where precision, scalability, and reliability are paramount. Our roots in space exploration projects such as Dragon, Falcon, Starlink, and Starship have driven us to develop infrastructure capable of handling complex telemetry, debugging flight systems, and ensuring mission success. We are committed to building foundational systems that support the most demanding engineering challenges, fostering an environment where technical excellence and innovative problem-solving thrive.
About The Role
As a Full-Stack Software Engineer at Sift, you will play a critical role in developing and maintaining our cutting-edge platform that supports real-time telemetry data analysis and visualization. You will be responsible for building comprehensive web application features and robust data processing backends to handle complex telemetry datasets. Your work will involve creating intuitive user interfaces for data exploration, optimizing for large-scale real-time data streams, and implementing efficient APIs to facilitate seamless data access. Collaboration is key in this role, and you will work closely with data platform and frontend teams to design and implement scalable services. You will also participate in technical design discussions, write clean and maintainable code, and contribute to the architectural evolution of our platform. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the product’s direction, shape the engineering culture, and solve complex technical challenges in a high-stakes environment.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional experience in full-stack software development
- Proficiency in building production applications using React, NextJS, TypeScript, Go, Rust, and Python
- Experience with relational and non-relational databases such as PostgreSQL, Druid, Pinot, Timescale, or similar
- Strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Experience in designing and implementing APIs and data access layers for real-time data streaming
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams on service design and implementation
- Demonstrated capability to write clean, maintainable, and scalable code
- Develop and maintain full-stack features for our web application and backend data processing systems
- Create user-friendly interfaces for data exploration and visualization of large, real-time telemetry datasets
- Implement efficient APIs and data access patterns to support real-time data streaming and analytics
- Collaborate with data platform and frontend teams to design scalable, reliable services
- Participate in technical design discussions, code reviews, and system architecture planning
- Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code adhering to best practices
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the platform’s performance, security, and scalability
- Competitive salary range of $150,000 - $200,000 per year
- Equity options to share in the company's growth and success
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote work opportunities and relocation support
- Collaborative and innovative company culture focused on solving complex engineering problems
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in a cutting-edge technological environment
Sift is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and drives our success, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.