Staff Software Engineer
About The Position
With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality. Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market. At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us. Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come. We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join our Cloud Engineering team. You will play a role in designing, building, and scaling the backend services and cloud infrastructure that power ChargePoint’s EV charging ecosystem. This is a high-impact role where you’ll collaborate across engineering, product, and operations to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable cloud solutions.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in backend or cloud software engineering
- Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Go, Python)
- proficiency understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Solid understanding of distributed systems, RESTful APIs, and event-driven architectures
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience with IoT platforms or real-time data processing
- Knowledge of security best practices in cloud environments
- Contributions to open-source projects or technical blogs
Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable microservices and APIs for ChargePoint’s cloud platform
- Build and maintain distributed systems that support millions of connected EV chargers and users
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architecture and deliver high-quality software
- Optimize performance, reliability, and security of cloud services
- Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and agile ceremonies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
