Backend Software Engineer - Simulations
On-site · New York City, New York, United States or Seattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Backend Software Engineer - Simulations at Rune Technologies owning the production-grade simulation and forecasting software for TyrOS, focusing on the logistics forecaster. Work with mathematical models and numerical methods to implement production-quality software that reasons about physics and math, not just user-facing aspects. Collaborate with the forecaster lead and platform team to integrate simulation capabilities into TyrOS workflows, participate in technical design and code reviews, triage production issues, and partner with engineers, product managers, and military stakeholders to meet real-world sustainment requirements. Requires 4+ years in a scientifically or mathematically complex domain and proficiency in Python, C++, or Go. Strong math/science background and ownership mindset are essential.
Required Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in software engineering, with demonstrated experience building software in a scientific or mathematically complex domain: sensor algorithms, motion planning, simulation, forecasting, or similar
- Ability to work with mathematical models and numerical methods in code; comfort reasoning about correctness in terms of physics or math, not just software behavior
- Proficiency in Python, C++, or Go
- Strong software engineering foundation - this role requires production-quality engineering, not analysis or research
- Math or science background, through degree, graduate work, or professional domain experience
- Strong sense of ownership and a bias for action
Desired Qualifications
- Experience building production-quality simulation or forecasting software
- Proficiency in Python, C++, or Go
- Strong mathematical or scientific modeling background
- Experience deploying software to production environments (cloud, edge)
- Degree or graduate degree in a scientific field such as physics, applied mathematics, aerospace, or mechanical engineering
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