What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Software Engineer position at Torus Inc.?
About TorusTorus is headquartered in Utah and is expanding manufacturing at our 540,000-square-foot facility in Salt Lake City called GigaOne. Our mission is to build the world’s first mesh energy infrastructure — built to unite people and communities through resilient, secure, and intelligent power. We design, engineer, manufacture, install, and support our systems end-to-end, standing behind them throughout their lifecycle. Torus systems help reduce costs, lower emissions, and protect facilities from outages, while strengthening the security and reliability of the broader utility grid. Torus is committed to American manufacturing, engineering excellence, and building energy systems that last.At Torus, you will be part of something larger than a single product or technology. Your work will help build energy infrastructure that supports critical systems, industry, and communities for decades to come. We value accountability, collaboration, and clear thinking. We are looking for people who want to solve hard problems and build things that matter.Role OverviewWe are seeking an exceptional Staff Software Engineer with deep backend expertise and an aptitude for technical leadership to help evolve the Torus platform. This is a high-impact role for someone in the top 10% of engineering talent who blends hands-on development with strategic influence—designing and implementing robust, scalable systems that power our hardware-software integration, customer-facing applications, and internal tools.You'll shape the technical direction of systems that integrate hardware, firmware, cloud infrastructure, and intelligent automation. Working across the full software lifecycle—from R&D to production operations—you'll partner closely with our Lead Architect and cross-functional teams (Product, Design, Firmware, Data Science, Business, Manufacturing) to deliver solutions that power our renewable energy platform. You'll also interface directly with stakeholders and customers to drive real-world impact and innovation.This role requires someone who can identify technical gaps, champion best practices in cloud-native serverless development, influence technical direction across teams, and take complete ownership of complex initiatives from conception through long-term maintenance. You'll work at the intersection of distributed systems, cloud-native development, IoT orchestration, and emerging AI capabilities.Who You ArePassionate about climate solutions, sustainability, and building technology that mattersMotivated by high-impact work that makes a real difference for people and the planetAutonomous yet collaborative—you drive initiatives independently while building consensus and alignmentIntellectually curious—always asking "why" and seeking to understand systems deeplyAdaptable—comfortable working at the intersection of hardware, software, firmware, and emerging technologiesQuality-driven—you balance moving fast with building things right the first timeGrowth-oriented—excited about personal and professional development as we scaleWhat You'll DoTechnical Leadership & OwnershipEvolve platform architecture for distributed, cloud-native systems in serverless AWS environmentsPartner with the Lead Architect and engineering leads to drive technical strategy and decisions across multiple teamsDesign scalable backend systems, APIs, microservices, and data models that support customer-facing applications and internal toolsLead design reviews, architecture sessions, and cross-domain planning initiativesIdentify and address systemic technical debt and architectural gaps proactivelyChampion engineering standards, best practices, and patterns for the organizationCollaborate on defining AI strategy and embedding intelligence into the Torus platform: recommendation engines, dynamic controls, decisioning, and support automationHands-On DevelopmentBuild performant, secure, and maintainable backend systems using TypeScriptImplement cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, IoT Core, Step Functions, and CDKCreate RESTful APIs, event-driven workflows, and orchestration layers for hardware-software integrationCollaborate with front-end engineers on modern web applications (React.js, TypeScript)Design and implement intelligent automation and decisioning systems where appropriateBuild developer-facing SDKs, service contracts, and internal APIsSystem Reliability & OperationsEnsure observability, error handling, and reliability across distributed microservices architectureImplement comprehensive testing strategies and CI/CD pipelines for continuous deliveryDesign for security, authentication, authorization, and compliance from the ground upEstablish monitoring, telemetry, and operational excellence practicesCross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Product and Design to translate user needs into technical solutionsWork with Firmware and IoT teams on distributed coordination across hardware, cloud, and edgeInterface directly with stakeholders and customers to drive real-world impactMentor engineers and elevate technical capabilities across the organizationLead technical initiatives spanning multiple teams and disciplinesRequired Skills & ExperienceTechnical Excellence (Top 10%)Expert-level proficiency in modern backend development with TypeScriptDeep experience designing and building serverless, event-driven architectures on AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, IoT Core, Step Functions, CDK)Proven track record building scalable APIs, data pipelines, and distributed systems at scaleStrong hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), infrastructure as code, and observability tooling (Datadog, etc.)Production experience with modern AI/ML systems examples include AWS Bedrock, agentic workflows (LangChain/LangGraph), and tool integrations (Model Context Protocol)Deep understanding of security, authentication, authorization, and compliance considerationsDemonstrated ability building developer-facing SDKs, service contracts, and platform APIsEngineering Leadership & Impact8 years in software development, including 3–4 years in staff, principal, or architecture leadership rolesProven experience driving large-scale technical projects and influencing technical direction across multiple teamsStrong mentorship abilities with a track record of elevating engineering talentComplete lifecycle ownership: From prototyping and architecture through deployment, operations, and long-term supportHistory of identifying and addressing architectural gaps before they become critical issuesStrategic Thinking & OwnershipExceptional communication skills—able to translate complex technical concepts for both technical and business audiencesHigh ownership mentality: Takes responsibility for outcomes, not just deliverablesComfortable with ambiguity and fast-paced startup environments requiring independent decision-makingSystems thinking: Ability to navigate complex systems and think at both architectural and implementation levelsTechnical curiosity: Constantly exploring new technologies, patterns, and approaches to improve systems and processesOur Perks & BenefitsEmployee Rewards Package including equity401(k) Retirement Savings PlanHealth Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA eligible medical plans; Dental insurance; and Vision insuranceHuman-centered Paid Time Off (based on employment status) including unlimited discretionary PTO; 10-days paid company holidays; Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave.Torus paid Life with option to purchase additional coverageVoluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability InsurancePeer Recognition ProgramAdditional DetailsBackground Check All candidates are subject to a background check.Location Travel This is a remote U.S.-based role with occasional onsite work in Springville and/or South Salt Lake warehouse locations (air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned). Must be available during MST business hours.Schedule Full-Time, SalariedCompensation $150,000 - 180,000 (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the corresponding pay range.)Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.Physical RequirementsConstantly operates a computer and other peripheral office equipment such as a printer or mouse.Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.E04JI800ab0s408acg2
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