Staff Software Engineer

Job Description

Staff Software Engineer

100% Remote - North America

VERSES is a cognitive computing company building next-generation intelligent software systems modeled after the Wisdom and Genius of Nature. We are a distributed, diverse, and inclusive workforce that aspires to do our best work on important problems with exceptional people.

We’re looking for trailblazers and problem solvers passionate about tackling important global-scale challenges so if that sounds appealing, let’s imagine a smarter world together.

🚀Join Our Adventure!

At VERSES, we're shaping the future of computing with our natural computing platform, Genius. We're looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join our Innovation team where we rapidly prototype Spatial Web technologies and AI applications.

✍️Role and Responsibilities

As a Staff Software Engineer you will:

• Migrating research concepts and ideologies (ie Active Inference) into production software
• Evolve our agentic platform promoting scalability and maintainability furthering the state of the art
• Rapidly prototype systems for live demonstration, applying cutting-edge technologies to connect the physical and digital worlds
• Work closely with partners to develop and implement solutions as they onboard to the Genius Platform, ensuring a seamless integration and adoption process.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including researchers, designers, and other engineers, to define software requirements and guarantee successful implementation.
• Lead technical discussions, offer mentorship, and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices through active participation in code reviews.
• Work in a small and tight-knit agile innovation unit running ahead of the main product team
• Develop technical documentation and participate in knowledge sharing sessions

🎓Essential Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on developing solutions for, and supporting, enterprise-scale applications.
• Proficiency in at least one “server-side” programming language, such as Python, Rust, or Node.js
• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) Experience with pub sub technologies such as RabbitMQ, Kafka, and Reddis.
• Strong understanding of web technologies and standards, such as REST/CRUD, HTTP, DNS and web security
• Experience with DevOps and security practices
• Experience with API design and development
• Experience working with IoT and edge computing technologies
• Experience with agile software development methodologies
• Education & Technical Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent years of work experience
• Understanding of core machine learning and AI concepts, including generative models (like GPTs), and an awareness of emerging paradigms such as active inference

Communication and Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A passion and spirit of innovation

🌱In addition to fostering a culture of highly engaged, emotionally intelligent, and energetic people we offer:

• Global virtual work environment (although some positions may need to operate within specific time zones)
• Responsible paid time off policy (RTO), and company-recognized Holidays.
• Generous total rewards package

🌟Job Type

Regular, Full-time

Remote - US and Canada Only

Starting at $180,000 for US based individuals; geographically adjusted appropriate to location.

VERSES is unable to offer visa sponsorship or assistance with work authorization for this position. Only candidates authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship will be considered.

VERSES currently does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email or to VERSES employees. VERSES is not responsible for any fees or overhead related to unsolicited resumes. No agencies, please.