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Senior Software Engineer, Simulation Infrastructure

Muon Space
Location
San Jose, CA
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Engineering - Software
Salary
$184,000 - $208,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Proven ability to collaborate with specialized experts to deliver complex, cross-functional products
  • B.S. or equivalent experience in Computer Science or a related field
  • 8+ years' experience as a software engineer in a team environment
  • Strong programming experience in Python and C++
  • Willingness to operate in novel technical domains
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
Nice to have
  • Experience with numerical simulation techniques
  • Fluency in statistical analysis
  • Knowledge of the Julia language
  • Familiarity with Linux systems administration and Docker containers
  • Familiarity with cloud deployment environments, like Kubernetes and virtual instances
What the job really is

Muon is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to enhance their Simulation team, focusing on building and supporting in-house simulation services. The role involves collaborating with various teams to integrate simulation models into products, developing test scenarios, and mentoring other engineers. This hybrid position requires three days on-site in San Jose, CA.

Benefits
  • Salary range of $184,000 - $208,000
  • Competitive equity grant
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Short & long term disability and life insurance
  • Three weeks paid vacation for new employees
Things to weigh
  • Hybrid work model requires three days on-site in San Jose, CA
  • Access to export controlled information may limit applicant eligibility
  • No specific mention of modern tech stack or tools used in development
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