Staff Software Engineer
About The Position
At Union, we are solving one of the hardest challenges in AI infrastructure today: enabling high-velocity iteration while maintaining seamless production-readiness for AI workloads at scale. Flyte, the open-source project we steward, has emerged as the modern standard for data and AI orchestration, and is trusted by leading technology organizations including LinkedIn, Stripe, and Wayve to run millions of mission-critical workflows on the platform. These workflows comprise data preparation, model training, and scaled inference spanning thousands of GPUs, all major clouds, and on-premise infrastructure. We have a technical founding team who created Flyte while at Lyft, a deep bench of infrastructure experts from top companies, and have raised from top investors like NEA and Nava Ventures.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering (any), Computer Science, or related; and 6 years of progressively responsible experience in the job offered or a related IT occupation.
- 6 years of experience in using full-stack development with hands-on experience in React, TypeScript, JavaScript and a backend technologies including Python, Go and Java.
- 6 years of experience working with Machine Learning concepts and frameworks, including TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Spark.
- 6 years of experience bridging traditional software development with cutting-edge ML applications.
- 6 years of experience utilizing Python Internals.
- 6 years of experience utilizing Flyte or contributing to open source technologies.
- 6 years of experience utilizing data processing frameworks, including Spark, Flink, and Beam.
- 6 years of experience working with Rust and PyO3.
Responsibilities
- Forge the future of Machine Learning (ML) tooling, infusing unique insights into feature development and enhancing usability.
- Solve complex, large-scale problems.
- Steer our technical direction, making strategic decisions on architecture, technologies, and processes.
- Code, design, and architect, establishing the benchmark for quality and innovation within the team.
- Utilize comprehensive expertise in both front-end and back-end development to engineer high-quality, scalable, and maintainable solutions.
- Craft robust APIs and deliver seamless user experience across our platform.
- Champion the creation of user-centric features by leveraging deep understanding of developer tools and frameworks.
- Address the needs and challenges of data scientists and engineers, advocating for user- centric design and functionality at every development phase.
- Act as a technical liaison across teams, enriching collaborative efforts with insights and expertise.
- Participate actively in code and design reviews, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of code quality and performance.
- Exhibit a proactive mindset with a focus on impactful work, addressing urgent needs within the team.
- Navigate and solve complex problems independently, driving projects to completion.
Benefits
- Excellent medical - We pay 100% of your premiums and 90% for your dependents
- Generous dental and vision plans- We pay 90% of the premiums for you and your dependents
- Meaningful equity in the form of options – all employees are owners here
- Unlimited time off + 12 company holidays
- 401K match - Union.ai matches 100% of contributions up to the first 3%, and 50% up to 5%
- 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
- Flexible work schedule (some restrictions apply)
- For in office employees: Lunch provided onsite and well stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
