Senior Systems Software Engineer

Job Title: Senior Systems Software Engineer
Location: Onsite San Francisco, CA 94107
Duration: 6 Months (with potential for extension or conversion to permanent)
Schedule: Monday to Friday | 9:00 AM 6:00 PM | 40 hours/week
Pay Range: $111/hr. $114/hr. (W2)

About the Role:
Our client is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer 5 to join their cutting-edge engineering team in San Francisco. This role focuses on building robust orchestration and data pipelines for real-time data capture from advanced sensor systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in both scripting and compiled languages, as well as experience in developing scalable data pipelines for mission-critical applications. Top 3 Must-Have Skills:

1. Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python, Bash)
2. Proficiency in at least one compiled/embedded language (C, C++, or equivalent)
3. Experience with data pipeline development

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement real-time orchestration software to initiate, manage, and monitor data capture from sensor deployments
• Rapidly prototype orchestration and data pipelines for new and experimental sensors
• Develop data conversion/modification pipelines to standardize output for downstream use
• Write efficient, maintainable code in scripting and compiled languages
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate systems and validate data quality
• Ensure robust and scalable infrastructure for real-time data streaming and processing

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in systems or embedded software engineering
• Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent technical field
• Strong shell scripting skills
• Experience building and managing reliable data pipelines
• Deep understanding of software development best practices in real-time and embedded systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with sensor ecosystems such as Opti Track, Manus, Stretch Sense, Rokoko, AR/VR headsets, and Zed cameras
• Experience with message queuing systems like RabbitMQ or Zero MQ
• Knowledge of distributed systems architecture
• Prior work with ROS/ROS2 (Robot Operating System)
• Real-time systems development experience in production environments

Why Join Us?

• Work on pioneering technology in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Contribute to the advancement of real-time data systems in emerging industries
• Collaborate with top-tier engineers and researchers across sensor, robotics, and AR/VR domains

If this is a role that interests you and youd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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