Senior Software Engineer, Backend
Chef RoboticsSan Francisco, California, United States
Posted June 23, 2025
150000 - 240000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Chef Robotics specializes in using AI-enabled robots to address labor shortages in the food industry. By mimicking human flexibility, Chef's solutions help food companies increase production, meet demand, and keep operations onshore. The company offers a range of services including robotics, autonomous robots, and automation, with a focus on food manufacturing and physical AI. Chef's mission is to empower humans by accelerating the integration of intelligent machines.
Job Description
Chef Robotics is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Backend to specialize in database architecture and AI systems. The role involves leading the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust backend services for a robotics platform, with a focus on scalability, data management, API development, and AI integration. This position requires deep expertise in database optimization, API frameworks, and system architecture. Chef is a fast-growing startup backed by significant investment.
Requirements
- Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of database schemas to support robot operations.
- Develop scalable APIs to serve robot control systems and monitoring tools.
- Lead the implementation of comprehensive logging, monitoring, and alerting for backend systems.
- Mentor team members and drive technical decision-making for backend infrastructure.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Flexible paid time off (PTO)
- Catered lunch
- 401(k) matching