Junior Software Engineer / Software Engineering
2 - 5 years
Palo Alto, CA
$50k - $80k/year
Full-time
Hybrid
1 month ago
About the role
We are a fast-paced software development startup looking for a hungry, versatile, and tech-savvy Junior Software Engineer to join our team. This isn't a role where you’ll be stuck in one corner of a codebase; you will be the "Swiss Army Knife" of our engineering department.
You’ll start by tackling a variety of essential tasks that keep our engine running—from automating workflows to managing infrastructure—with the clear path to transition into a core development or DevOps role as you grow with us.
What You’ll Do
What You Bring to the Table
Bonus Points For:
Standard Startup Perks
You’ll start by tackling a variety of essential tasks that keep our engine running—from automating workflows to managing infrastructure—with the clear path to transition into a core development or DevOps role as you grow with us.
What You’ll Do
- Automation & Scripting: Write and maintain Bash and Python scripts to automate repetitive tasks and internal workflows.
- Infrastructure Support: Manage and monitor Virtual Machines (VMs) and assist with basic Linux administration.
- Software Lifecycle: Help with packaging software and ensuring our deployment pipelines are smooth.
- Technical Documentation: Keep our internal and external docs sharp, clear, and up-to-date.
- Operational Excellence: Stay on top of Jira tickets and actively participate in Slack discussions to ensure no balls are dropped.
- AI Integration: Leverage AI productivity tools (LLMs, Copilots, etc.) to accelerate your output and solve problems more efficiently.
What You Bring to the Table
- Foundational Knowledge: A solid grasp of Networking fundamentals, Linux utilities, and Cybersecurity best practices.
- The Toolbox: Familiarity with Python, Bash, and the command line. Exposure to Kubernetes (K8s) is a major plus.
- AI-First Mentality: You don't just know AI exists; you know how to use it to write better code, debug faster, and automate your day.
- Adaptability: You’re comfortable jumping between a technical bug fix and a documentation update without losing momentum.
- Communication: Strong written skills for Slack, Jira, and documentation.
Bonus Points For:
- Previous experience with Docker or container orchestration.
- A "no task too small" attitude and a desire to learn how a startup scales.
- Contributions to open-source projects or a portfolio of personal scripts/tools.
Standard Startup Perks
- Growth Path: Direct mentorship from senior engineers and a clear trajectory for career advancement.
- Flexible Environment: We value results over "butt-in-seat" time.
- Modern Tech Stack: Work with the latest tools in cloud computing and AI.
- Impact: Your work will be visible and impactful from Day 1.
Skills
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