Systems Engineer

About Augment Code

Augment Code is the only AI coding assistant built for professional software engineers working in large, production‑grade codebases. Our Context  Engine understands your entire repo, enabling developers to stay in flow while writing, reviewing, and understanding code. Backed by top‑tier investors and trusted by engineering teams at leading tech companies, Augment Code is redefining how modern software is built.

About the role

As a Systems Engineer at Augment Code, you'll play a crucial role in bridging the gap between complex AI research and real-world SAAS applications. You'll be tasked with designing, implementing, and maintaining our infrastructure, ensuring high availability and optimal performance for AI-driven services catered to a global user base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Development: Help design, develop, and maintain product features and services.
• Infrastructure Development: Set up and maintain scalable and highly available systems that underpin our AI-driven SAAS platform.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor the health and performance of systems. Ensure high availability and optimal performance of resources crucial to our AI services.
• Security/Privacy Measures: Implement best practices to maintain the integrity, security, and privacy of our data and infrastructure.
• Collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with our AI researchers to understand their needs and optimize systems to handle intensive AI computations and deployments.
• Automation: Streamline operations by identifying processes ripe for automation and deploying suitable solutions.
• Continuous Learning: Stay abreast with the evolving landscape of AI infrastructure needs and tools. Integrate best practices into our operations to enhance our services.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is an advantage.
• 5+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer, with exposure to AI-driven environments or SaaS platforms being a significant plus.
• Expertise in software development in relevant languages (any of Python, Go, Rust, C++, etc)
• Proven problem-solving skills, especially in troubleshooting complex issues in distributed systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

Desired but optional:

• Proficiency in cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Previous experience working with AI/ML, distributed systems, HPC, and systems/infrastructure is a plus. 

Perks & Benefits

We invest in creating an environment where you can do your best work and enjoy showing up.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Unlimited paid time off
• Mental health and family-forming support
• Commuter benefits, including pre-tax options and a monthly stipend
• Daily lunch, stocked kitchens, and regular in-office events
• Thoughtful office setups, plus workspace and tools stipends
• Onsite gym access and a pet-friendly HQ
• A collaborative, in-person culture built around connection and momentum

We will do everything we can within reason to make sure that your interview takes place in an environment that fairly and accurately assesses your skills. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

Augment Code is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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