We are seeking an individual passionate about optimizing software, hardware, and data transfer to support our AI
initiatives across the country.
The IT storage team manages petabytes of on-premises, clustered POSIX storage for AI modeling and is developing the next-generation storage solutions. This includes building a geo-distributed file system/data lake to support autonomous robotaxis operations nationally and globally. Our initial focus is on a high-performance caching system significantly outperforming AWS S3.
Responsibilities
● Be a lead engineer in Rust programming and systems programming to help accelerate the development of the caching and data lake.
● Optimize software and hardware interactions to achieve minimal latency, efficient resource utilization, and maximum performance, with a focus on both scaling up and scaling out systems.
● Translate complex architectural designs into implementable solutions and effectively communicate them to fellow programmers.
● Analyze IO bottlenecks in the system and resolve bugs around cache handling and race conditions.
Requirements
● 2+ years of experience developing non-web applications with Rust.
● 8+ years of experience with system-level programming languages such as C, C++, or Java.
● Strong understanding of Linux storage subsystems, networking stack, and low-level network protocols (TCP, HTTP, etc.).
● Proficiency in modern software development practices including Git, CI/CD, code review, automated testing, and cross-team collaboration in large projects.
● Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze requirements and propose technical solutions, document technical designs and decisions, and debug complex system-level issues.
Bonus Qualifications
● Contributed code to the Linux kernel or similar Open Source Project.
● Programmed for embedded systems or ARM64.
● Database, S3, POSIX, file system programming experience.
Benefits
**Benefits**
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Training & Development
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Free breakfast and lunch
Top Skills
What We Do
Sigma Software Vertex is where engineering excellence meets human connection. As part of Sigma Software Group, a global tech powerhouse with 2,000+ experts across 20 countries, we bring 22+ years of award-winning IT consulting into a bold, fresh context. We believe in loyalty, real relationships, and helping both talent and companies grow to their full potential. With roots in Swedish values and a global reach, we specialize in connecting ambitious engineers with forward-thinking companies across industries. Our name says it all: Vertex is the peak, and we’re here to climb it with you. Whether you're a client or a consultant, this is a place to build, evolve, and thrive.
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