Software Engineer, Netcode (Backend)

Viam helps companies unlock the power of AI, data and automation in the physical world. We provide a single platform for engineers of all disciplines to solve problems together and build solutions that are fast and future-proof. Viam powers solutions across robotics, food and beverage, climate tech, marine, industrial manufacturing, and more. Founded in 2020 by former MongoDB co-founder and CTO Eliot Horowitz, Viam is headquartered in New York City.

Software Engineer, Netcode

The Netcode team develops critical backend features that enhance the experience for those connecting their devices to the Viam platform. We are building the foundations of the viam-server and the viam-agent application, using Golang. This is a highly visible team that works across the stack from low-level Bluetooth all the way up to the cloud.

Our immediate projects include:

• Expanding functionality in the gRPC API to reveal robot configuration and resource graph states.

• Enhancing communication stack stability for dependable and reliable connectivity.

• Developing diagnostic tools to ease the process of troubleshooting smart machine issues.

This is a hybrid role in which you'll collaborate in our NYC office ~3 days a week.

You’ll be:

• Part of a nimble backend team iterating rapidly to create significant impact.

• Influencing our application’s architecture and broader technical direction.

• Developing backend services using Golang.

• Engaging with diverse client types, from browsers to smart machines, mobile devices, and SDKs.

• Working with protocols like gRPC, WebRTC, and HTTP to enable cross-platform connectivity.

• Learning and advancing the use of WebRTC in smart machine communication.

• Given opportunities to dive deeper into robotics, Internet of Things, and other areas where software meets hardware.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has 3+ years in backend development and cares about writing performant, scalable code

• Has experience diagnosing and resolving challenging technical issues

• Finds energy in collaboration and thrives in a team-oriented environment

• Enjoys adapting to evolving product goals with flexibility

• Is interested in working on challenges around networking, connectivity, and developer platforms

The starting salary for this role is between $160K-175K/year.

Full-time Benefits:
Viam’s base salary range for this role is posted above. Your exact offer will vary based on factors, including experience level, skillset, market location, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company. We recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced, or more senior, than this job description as posted. In these situations, the updated salary range will be communicated to you as a candidate. In addition to cash compensation, Viam offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes equity grants, health benefits, and more.

• 100% covered medical/dental/vision insurance plans, commuter benefits

• 25 days paid vacation and generous holiday observances

• Free lunch every day that you’re in the office

• One Medical Membership

• Citi Bike memberships

• Monthly wellness stipend to be used for a variety of fitness-related items like gym memberships, fitness classes, fitness equipment, and more

• Paid parental leave

• Reproductive Health Benefits, including Fertility Benefits and Abortion Access Travel Benefits

Values:

• Vision Driven

• Collaborate Openly

• Act Decisively

• Succeed Through Diversity

• Hold Ourselves Accountable

• Lead with Curiosity

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