Software Engineer

Clockwork Systems is a well-funded Silicon Valley startup building world-class teams that provide state-of-the-art AI compute acceleration.

Founded in 2018 by a group of researchers from Stanford University, Clockwork.io enables businesses to precisely observe and control their network's performance. Our software solution is powering mission-critical enterprise applications in on-premises data centers and public clouds.

We are currently seeking bright, versatile software engineers who will help develop and deploy the next generation of network acceleration software. Stay a nanosecond ahead of everyone else by joining our team of researchers and developers in California!

What you will do

Use your coding and distributed system knowledge to contribute directly to the design and build of high performance, reliable and scalable systems.

Enjoy

-challenging projects
-a competitive salary
-a great benefits package
-California sunshine
-working in the heart of Silicon Valley

You bring

-degree(s) in computer science, electrical engineering or related field
-fluency in at least one of the following languages: C, C++, Golang, Java, Python
-excellent communication skills
-excellent debugging and problem solving skills

You also have one or more of these skills

-operating systems expertise (e.g. threads, scheduling, process sync, kernel programming)
-computer networks expertise (e.g. networking stacks and protocols, queuing theory, congestion control)
-experience designing, building and deploying large-scale distributed systems
-full-stack development experience

Clockwork is building world class teams that build cutting edge software. We look for bright people from all walks of life and we grow together. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
 

Expected Pay: $135,000-$165,000

Additional compensation:
Equity package
Benefits:
medical, vision, dental, paid time off, paid sick leave, FSA or HSA plans, life insurance, disability insurance

Additional benefits

https://clockwork.io/careers

Job role groups

Software Developers and Engineers

Work authorization
This job requires US work authorization
This job is open to candidates with Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
This job is open to candidates with Optional Practical Training (OPT)

Skills
Algorithms, Cloud Computing, Computer Networking, Distributed Systems, Golang, High Performance Computing (HPC), Python

Degree level
Bachelors, Masters Doctorate Postdoctoral Studies

School year
Senior Alumni

Latest graduation date
September 2026

Major groups
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems Networking & Telecommunications

Minimum GPA
3.4