Principal Engineer at Via

Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District, Israel

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

TransportationIndustries

Requirements

BSc or MSc in Computer Science
Minimum of 10 years of experience in backend and infrastructure development
At least 3 years of hands-on experience with one of the following languages: Python, Go, Rust, Java, C, C#, C++
Experience in large-scale production microservices environments and devops operations
Deep understanding of distributed systems and microservices architectures
Proficiency with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure, and at least 2 years of experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
Ability to move between teams and projects, working effectively in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities

Develop, drive, execute, and lead a long-term vision and strategy for Via’s infrastructure and tooling
Create scalable, reliable, and efficient systems that enhance our technological foundation and support our growing scale and stability requirements
Engage in hands-on coding and development, writing, building, deploying, and maintaining code in production environments
Actively participate in day-to-day production operations alongside research and development, implementing real changes in production systems and directly addressing operational challenges
Work closely with various development teams, moving between the four teams in our group as needed to address business objectives and tackle the biggest R&D challenges
Work across a broad spectrum of technological disciplines, from network and operating system internals to high-level architecture planning

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PythonGoRustJavaCC#C++DockerKubernetesAWSGCPAzureMicroservicesDistributed SystemsDevOps

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the compensation for this Principal Engineer role?

The position offers a competitive compensation package that includes base salary and stock options.

Is this role remote or hybrid, and where is it located?

This is a hybrid role based in Tel Aviv, with a lovely office in the heart of TLV, close to the light rail and train station.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

Requirements include a BSc or MSc in Computer Science, 10+ years in backend and infrastructure development, hands-on experience with Python, Go, Rust, Java, C, C#, or C++, experience in large-scale production microservices and devops, deep knowledge of distributed systems, and proficiency with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure plus 2+ years with Docker and Kubernetes.

What benefits are offered for this role?

Benefits include health insurance with a discount for family members, hybrid work, and a lovely office in Midtown Tel Aviv.

What opportunities for growth are available in this role?

The role offers career development and growth opportunities, involving leadership in infrastructure strategy and working across multiple teams.

Via

Digital transportation solutions and network optimization

About Via

Via improves transportation systems by creating efficient digital networks for various clients, including urban and rural residents, corporate employees, students, and patients. Their TransitTech technology offers flexible mobility solutions that enhance convenience and efficiency while reducing costs, especially in student transit. Via also provides planning and scheduling services through their Remix platform, along with the Citymapper for Cities app, which offers insights to strengthen transit networks. The company's goal is to leverage digital technology to enhance transportation efficiency and improve the overall rider experience.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2012Year Founded

$862.9MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Consulting, HealthcareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees