Senior Software Engineer, Edge at Metropolis

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Artificial Intelligence, Computer VisionIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
8 years of experience in backend development, preferably within platform or core services
Proven expertise in industry-standard programming languages, preferably Java and Scala
Experience building gRPC (Protocol Buffers) APIs for efficient and reliable communication between services
Strong understanding of database design and optimization using Redis and MySQL
Familiarity with container orchestration and scaling using Kubernetes
Hands-on experience with Kafka for event-driven architectures
Exposure to frontend integration with frameworks like Next.js (plus)
Exceptional analytical skills with a proven ability to tackle complex technical problems and design innovative solutions
A team player with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to working across teams

Responsibilities

Build robust, scalable, and maintainable backend services in Java and Scala to support mission-critical operations
Design and implement gRPC (Protocol Buffers) APIs to enable high-performance, real-time data transfer between services
Leverage Redis and MySQL for efficient data storage and retrieval, ensuring reliability and low-latency access
Deploy and manage microservices on Kubernetes, optimizing for scalability, resilience, and cost efficiency
Work with Kafka to build scalable, event-driven architectures for real-time data streaming and processing
Partner with Hardware, Machine Learning, and Operations teams to ensure seamless integration across the ecosystem and provide appropriate tooling
Analyze and address bottlenecks in performance and scalability while maintaining a focus on system reliability and data integrity

Skills

Java

Scala

gRPC

Protocol Buffers

Redis

MySQL

Kubernetes

Kafka

Metropolis

Technology-driven facility management for parking

About Metropolis

Metropolis focuses on improving facility management, particularly in the parking sector, by using computer vision technology to facilitate checkout-free payments. This technology allows drivers to park and pay without the need for traditional payment methods, making the process more efficient. Metropolis serves a variety of clients, including real estate owners and valet services, and operates in over 360 cities across North America, processing more than $4 billion in payments each year. What sets Metropolis apart from its competitors is its integration of payment solutions with facility management services, which not only enhances the parking experience but also increases asset productivity for its clients. The company's goal is to streamline parking operations and create revenue opportunities for its clients through its advanced technology and services.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$1,240.7MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Fintech, Real EstateIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Stock Options

Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from BMW-owned ParkMobile may impact market share.

The SP Plus acquisition may pose integration challenges and financial strain.

Rapid expansion could lead to operational inefficiencies and quality control issues.

Differentiation

Metropolis uses AI and computer vision for checkout-free parking payments.

The company integrates its platform into field operations for revenue generation.

Metropolis serves diverse clients, including real estate and valet services.

Upsides

Metropolis processes over $4 billion in payments annually across 360 cities.

The acquisition of SP Plus Corporation expands Metropolis's market reach.

AI-driven dynamic pricing models optimize revenue in real-time.

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