Remotery

Performance Engineer, C++, Python, Rust

atWeekday (YC W21)RemoteUS flagUnited StatesPart-timeBackend EngineerJuniorMid-level$70 – $110/hour

Posted Jul 29

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Become part of a pioneering AI research project and assist in the advancement of the next generation of Large Language Models by applying your knowledge in systems optimization and performance engineering.

• Work alongside research and engineering teams to enhance AI functionalities in systems programming, compiler optimization, runtime performance, and fundamental engineering principles.

• Create complex, real-world performance engineering challenges that mimic optimization scenarios at production scale.

• Formulate precise and well-documented solutions for intricate systems programming and performance optimization issues.

• Assess and critique AI-generated solutions, offering thorough technical insights on accuracy, efficiency, and engineering quality.

• Develop detailed evaluation frameworks and scoring rubrics covering areas such as:

• - Systems architecture

• - Runtime optimization

• - Compiler engineering

• - Memory management

• - CPU and GPU performance

• - Concurrency and parallel processing

• Collaborate with other subject matter experts to maintain consistency, technical precision, and quality across AI training datasets.

• Provide domain expertise to improve the reasoning abilities of advanced AI models.


⛳️ Requirements

• At least 2 years of professional experience in Performance Engineering, Systems Programming, or Low-Level Software Optimization.

• Extensive hands-on experience in at least one of the following programming languages:

• - C++

• - Python

• - Rust

• A working knowledge of the other languages is highly preferred.

• Demonstrated experience in achieving measurable enhancements in production systems, such as:

• - Latency reduction

• - Throughput optimization

• - Memory footprint reduction

• - Runtime performance improvements

• Strong comprehension of systems architecture, compiler behavior, and performance profiling methodologies.

• Proven career advancement with increasing technical responsibilities.

• Willingness to work 40 hours per week during standard business hours.

• Exceptional written communication skills, with the capacity to convey complex engineering concepts and optimization strategies clearly.


🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

• Access to cutting-edge technology and resources.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.

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