Staff / Sr. Staff Software Engineer (Backend) at Tessell

<h2>Senior Staff Backend Engineer Lead</h2> <p>Are you a seasoned backend engineer with a passion for low-level programming and operating system internals? Do you thrive on leading complex cross-platform initiatives and mentoring talented teams? We're looking for a&nbsp;<strong>Staff / Senior Staff Backend Engineer Lead</strong> to join us and drive the design, development, and optimization of critical backend systems across Unix, Linux, and Windows environments.</p> <h3>What You'll Do:</h3> <ul> <li><strong>Architect and implement</strong> high-performance, system-level code for Unix, Linux, and Windows platforms.</li> <li> <p><strong>Lead the development</strong> of robust backend components, tools, and utilities using C, Java, and Go, ensuring top-notch scalability and reliability.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Drive OS-level integrations and optimizations</strong>, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and stability.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Establish and champion</strong> best practices in systems programming, performance tuning, and code quality across the entire team.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Expertly debug and resolve</strong> intricate issues related to process control, memory management, file system behavior, and concurrency.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Provide technical leadership and mentorship</strong> to junior and mid-level engineers, fostering their growth in systems programming.</p> </li> <li> <p>Contribute to strategic technical planning, comprehensive documentation, and lead thorough code reviews.</p> </li> </ul> <h3>What You'll Bring:</h3> <ul> <li>A&nbsp;<strong>Bachelor’s degree</strong> in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.</li> <li> <p><strong>8+ years of hands-on experience</strong> in backend or systems programming, with a strong focus on operating system internals.</p> </li> <li> <p>A profound understanding of operating system fundamentals, including advanced concepts in processes, memory management, threading, I/O, and concurrency.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Expert-level proficiency</strong> in C, Java, and Go, demonstrated through significant project contributions.</p> </li> <li> <p>Deep knowledge of system calls, file systems, and OS-level networking protocols.</p> </li> <li> <p>Extensive experience with Linux/Unix shell environments, scripting, and advanced system tools.</p> </li> <li> <p>A proven track record of leading complex low-level programming initiatives and working closely with the OS.</p> </li> </ul> <h3>Bonus Points If You Have:</h3> <ul> <li>Significant contributions to open-source projects or high-impact internal systems development.</li> <li> <p>Expertise in advanced debugging and profiling tools such as gdb, strace, perf, or similar.</p> </li> <li> <p>Demonstrable experience with cross-platform development considerations and architectural patterns.</p> </li> <li> <p>Experience with distributed systems and cloud-native backend technologies.</p> </li> <li> <p>A Master’s or PhD in a related technical field.</p> </li> </ul>