Software Engineer

Chalk is building a data platform for machine learning applications and is seeking Software Engineers to join their team. The role involves tackling engineering problems with autonomy, focusing on systems engineering and optimizing user Python code.

What you'll do:

• Work directly with Chalk’s co-founders
• Write Python and Rust
• Design, implement, ship, and maintain significant components of our query planning and execution engine
• Iterate rapidly to improve Chalk’s platform in response to customer needs

What they're looking for:

• 2+ years experience of professional backend software engineering experience
• Strong working knowledge of computer science fundamentals. We're not looking for experience from drilling leet code – we need folks who are comfortable building and maintaining real systems
• Comfort with leading development of new components of existing systems, and with taking ownership of existing software
• Track record of learning new concepts quickly
• Ability to work autonomously & to make pragmatic tradeoffs with an eye towards business outcomes
• Strong communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Experience implementing data infrastructure
• Experience with distributed systems/compilers/query planners
• Experience with Rust
• Experience with developing PaaS-like software

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Expert Healthcare Guidance
• Retirement savings
• 15 company holidays each year
• 15 days of personal time off each year
• Flex Commuter Benefits
• Daily lunch and dinner on Chalk
• Office is fully-stocked with drinks and snacks to fuel your work day.
• Staying late? Dinner is on us