Software Engineer

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Software Engineer developing cloud infrastructure and back-end systems for a startup focused on industrial process efficiency.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeWatertown • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,750 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing, deploying, and managing AWS cloud infrastructure while proficiently developing and maintaining Python and TypeScript applications. Capable of establishing best practices in software development and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

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AWS Cloud Infrastructure ManagementPython DevelopmentTypeScript DevelopmentCI/CD Pipeline ManagementInfrastructure-as-Code (Terraform)

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Hard Skills

PythonTypeScriptSQLAWS (ECS, Fargate, RDS, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, CloudTrail)TerraformDockerCI/CD (GitHub Actions)HTTP REST APIsFastAPIETL

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem-SolvingTime ManagementCollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

GitHub ActionsTerraformDockerAWS CDKSCADA Systems

Industry Keywords

Industrial Data InfrastructureData HistoriansOPC ProtocolsSoftware Development Best PracticesEngineering Workflows

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDockerETLJavaScriptPythonReactSQLTerraformTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, deploy, and manage AWS cloud infrastructure (ECS Fargate, RDS, S3, IAM Identity Center, CloudTrail, CloudWatch) across development, staging, and production environments.
Debug, troubleshoot, and improve existing Python (FastAPI/SQLAlchemy) and TypeScript (React) codebases.
Build and maintain data pipelines (Python ETL) that power our real-time industrial monitoring platform.
Manage and improve CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and infrastructure-as-code tooling (Terraform).
Establish and document software development best practices, testing strategies, and engineering workflows for the team.
Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into reliable, scalable software solutions.
Support system integrations and contribute to the continued development of our warehouse management and process monitoring products.
Report out on project status and manage timelines and deliverables for high-visibility initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
Entry-level applicants with strong fundamentals are welcome; 3–5 years of professional experience is preferred.
Proficiency in Python and TypeScript/JavaScript, with SQL skills.
Hands-on experience with AWS services (ECS/Fargate, RDS, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, Security Hub, Elastic Beanstalk, API Gateway, Amplify, or similar).
Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or AWS CDK.
Experience with Docker, containerization, and container orchestration.
Experience building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions or equivalent).
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills; comfort diving into an unfamiliar codebase.
Experience designing and working with HTTP REST APIs.
Familiarity with FastAPI or similar Python backend frameworks is a plus.
Familiarity with industrial data infrastructure, such as SCADA systems, data historians (e.g., Canary, OSIsoft PI), or OPC protocols.
Effective communication skills to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to balance competing priorities, manage ambiguity, and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
Ability to work from our Watertown, MA office at least 3 days/week.
Some travel (up to 5%) may be required.
U.S. work authorization is required for this role.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package, including equity options
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Disability & Life Insurance
401(k)
12 weeks of paid Family Leave
Flexible PTO policy
10 paid company holidays
Onsite gym