Senior Backend Software Engineer, Rust & Python
At DataBeacon, our mission is to revolutionize the aviation industry using a modern technology stack, open source technologies, and lean architectures.
Our first product is SimpliFID, an Aerodrome Flight Information Service (AFIS) that covers most functionalities of a radar system at a fraction of the costs. Built in Rust, Python, and TypeScript, it sources data from ADB-S and Mode-S Secondary Surveillance Radar (SSR) systems over the Asterix CAT021 Surveillance Data Exchange protocol and delivers it to the user with near-zero latency. Our main focus is on scalability, security, and the development and discovery of additional products in the real-time data services for the aviation space.
In anticipation of exciting challenges ahead, we look forward to extending our engineering team with an exceptional Senior Software Engineer experienced in Rust and Python.
Responsibilities include:
1. Implementing, maintaining, and upgrading DataBeacon’s backend services;
2. Working with a small, motivated, and skilled team of engineers;
3. Participating in technical decisions and roadmap planning;
4. Exploring and experimenting with new technologies;
5. Contributing with minimal administrative overhead and creating a real impact;
6. Submitting your first patch within a week and your first feature within a month.
Requirements:
1. At least 4+ years of relevant professional experience as a Software Engineer;
2. Excellent proficiency in low-level systems programming, ideally in Rust;
3. Strong command of Python and its ecosystem;
4. Good command of English and communication skills;
5. Located in Madrid or surroundings.
Nice to have:
* Experience with Apache Kafka, Protocol Buffers, and gRPC;
* Solid fundamentals of operating systems, binary protocols, encodings, databases, and networking;
* Experience working with embedded hardware;
* Familiarity with containerized, scalable, distributed applications, DevOps, automation, CI/CD;
* Experience building critical software applications in highly regulated sectors;
* Affinity for aviation in general.
What we offer:
* 25 vacation days, including Christmas and New Year’s Eves;
* Hybrid and work-from-home policies tailored to your needs;
* A beautiful office in Madrid near Alonso Martinez;
* Yearly budget for continuous learning, conferences, books, and courses;
* Competitive compensation, reviewed yearly, with a personal growth plan.
If this position and our mission resonate with you, we would be excited to hear from you! Please send your resume and the position you are applying for to our email.
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