Associate Engineer Ii

Impact

Cape Town, South Africa
Not specified; equity: restricted stock units (rsu...
2 days onsite
Proficiency in java, scala, or kotlin
Experience with test-driven development
Design of resilient distributed systems
Impact.com is seeking an Associate Engineer II to design, build, and maintain scalable data systems. The ideal candidate should have experience in software development, particularly in a typed language, and demonstrate strong software engineering practices

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on designing resilient distributed systems that handle retries, partial failures, and back pressure while ensuring code is maintainable and testable.
  • Candidates must be proficient in typed languages like Java, Scala, or Kotlin and demonstrate strong habits in modularity, testing, and abstraction.
  • The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including flexible PTO, mental health support, RSUs, and a technology stipend for home office setup.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Impact.com is seeking an Associate Engineer II to design, build, and maintain scalable data systems. The ideal candidate should have experience in software development, particularly in a typed language, and demonstrate strong software engineering practices.

Salary

Not specified; Equity: Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) with 3-year vesting; Benefits: Flexible PTO, therapy sessions, gym reimbursement, parental leave, tech stipend

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proficiency in Java, Scala, or Kotlin
  • Experience with Test-Driven Development
  • Design of resilient distributed systems
  • Strong software engineering habits
  • 2 days per week office work requirement

Nice-to-have

  • Curiosity about distributed data systems
  • Google Cloud technology exposure
  • Open-source contributions experience
  • Spark experience for data processing
  • Production support and monitoring skills

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years of Software Development experience
  • Completed B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent
  • Willing to relocate or currently based locally

Work Rights

Must be locally based or willing to relocate

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