About the role
We are hiring Software Engineers to join our team. This is an opportunity to join us in-person as an early employee and make a large impact at a high growth start-up. You will tackle challenging engineering problems with a high degree of autonomy and ownership.
We are looking for a software engineer with a strong background in systems engineering. At Chalk we are solving problems drawn from the fields of DBMS query planning & optimization, compilers, and distributed analytical data processing systems.
Chalk uses dynamic and static analysis of Python programs in order to optimize arbitrary user Python code, infers and orchestrates infrastructure implied by the structure of that code, and tracks metadata about flow of data through these systems.
What you will do

• Work directly with Chalk's co-founders to productionize our first iteration
• Write Python and Rust
• Design, implement, ship, and maintain significant components of our query planning and execution engine
• Iterate rapidly to improve Chalk's platform in response to customer needs

What we're looking for

• 2 years experience of professional backend software engineering experience
• Strong working knowledge of computer science fundamentals. We're not looking for experience from drilling leet code - we need folks who are comfortable building and maintaining real systems
• Comfort with leading development of new components of existing systems, and with taking ownership of existing software
• Track record of learning new concepts quickly
• Ability to work autonomously & to make pragmatic tradeoffs with an eye towards business outcomes
• Strong communication skills

Bonus points

• Experience implementing data infrastructure
• Experience with distributed systems/compilers/query planners
• Experience with Rust
• Experience with developing PaaS-like software

Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA
Expert Healthcare Guidance
Retirement savings
15 company holidays each year
15 days of personal time off each year
Flex Commuter Benefits
Daily lunch and the Chalk
Office is fully-stocked with drinks and snacks to fuel your work day. Staying late? Dinner is on us
Staying even later? Grab an Uber / Lyft home on Chalk
Compensation
Range: $120K - $220K
Actual compensation awarded to successful candidates will be based on several factors, including market, location, scope of the position and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process.
Our comprehensive total package plays a major role in how we recognize individuals for the impact they will have on Chalk's growth and us achieving our goals.
The listed range above is simply a guideline, and the base range for this particular role may be modified. Chalk offers early team member equity and competitive benefits package in addition to the cash compensation.
Inclusivity
Chalk is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and provide reasonable accommodations to anyone in need of individualized support.