Full-Stack Software Engineer (Principal)

Friday Systems builds AI that allows industrial robots to adapt to dynamic warehouse environments. We focus on high-throughput palletizing and related logistic tasks, by building distributed, cloud-native systems where reliability and scalability are non-negotiable.

Tiny team, zero bureaucracy, direct impact, salary + equity.

THE ROLE

Take end-to-end ownership of our platform : Design distributed systems, build backend (80%) and frontend (20%) services, manage cloud infrastructure and ensure quality through testing and reviews. You’ll collaborate with founders to turn business strategy into technology that scales.

YOU WILL

• Design, implement, and maintain distributed systems and applications with a strong focus on scalable architecture and design patterns.
• Build and deploy backend services in Java and contribute to projects in Python or C++ when required.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and web frontends using Angular.
• Own infrastructure : Containerize services with Docker, automate operations with Bash scripting, and deploy to Cloud environments (AWS) with CI / CD best practices.
• Manage databases, ensuring reliability, performance, and proper data modeling.
• Guarantee software quality by writing comprehensive tests, performing code reviews, and ensuring adherence to best engineering practices.
• Collaborate with the Leadership Team to ensure product excellence and alignment with business strategy. Forge strong relationships with clients, effectively translating their needs into unique technology solutions.
• Build and nurture a high-performing team by attracting top talent. Provide mentorship and leadership to foster a culture of quality and innovation.

YOU HAVE

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