Position: Full time, flexible hours, Local Portland Oregon Rapta is driving a revolution in American manufacturing by facilitating the return of production jobs to the U.S. Our powerful AI software platform automates the deployment of vision-based AI systems for manufacturing, inspection, and process control. Working closely with some of the industry's most prominent customers, we deliver top-notch AI vision systems via the most sophisticated ML ops automation platform available today. We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about working with state-of-the-art vision systems, especially those from NVIDIA. At Rapta, you'll find an opportunity to impact at a massive scale with Generative AI fusion that is revolutionizing manufacturing. If you are a curious mind, a lifelong learner, and have a penchant for turning challenges into opportunities, we want you! Responsibilities • Backend Development • Design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems. • Ensure scalability, performance, and security of backend services. • Python Proficiency • Develop and maintain applications and systems using Python. • Stay updated with the latest Python frameworks and best practices. • Experience with Artificial Intelligence • Desired experience creating, packaging and shipping artificial intelligence systems • Experience with Tensorflow, CUDA drivers, NVIDIA Jetson platform or Pytorch highly desirable • Embedded Hardware Experience • Work on low-level embedded hardware projects. • Integrate software with hardware components, with a preference for experience in Rust or C++. • Experience with Distributed Systems • Design and implement distributed systems architectures. • Ensure system reliability, scalability, and efficiency. • Networking Experience (Preferred) • Knowledge of networking protocols and architecture. • Experience in implementing network security measures. • Deployment of Hardware • Experience in deploying and integrating hardware in a production environment. • Ability to troubleshoot and optimize hardware performance. • Mentorship • Mentor junior engineers and team members, sharing knowledge and promoting best practices. • Lead by example and foster a culture of technical excellence. • Independent Project Management • Take ownership of projects, demonstrating a 'fire and forget' approach. • Manage projects from inception to completion with minimal supervision. • Full Stack Development (Preferred) • Ability to work on full stack development projects. • Demonstrate proficiency in both frontend and backend technologies. Qualifications • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. • Minimum of 8 years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on backend development, Python, and distributed systems. • Experience with low-level embedded hardware and proficiency in C++. • Networking experience is a plus. • Experience in deploying hardware in various environments. • Proven track record of mentoring and leading engineering teams. • Ability to manage complex projects independently. • Full stack development experience is a plus. Personal Attributes • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. What We Offer • Medical insurance • 401K • Opportunities for professional development and career growth. • Collaborative and innovative work culture.