Systems Engineer

As a Systems Engineer at Augment Code, your key responsibilities will include product and infrastructure development, performance optimization, implementing security and privacy measures, collaborating with AI researchers, automating processes, and engaging in continuous learning. This role ensures that our AI-driven SaaS platform operates seamlessly and at peak performance.

To qualify for the Systems Engineer position at Augment Code, candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, with a Master's being advantageous. You should have at least 5 years of experience in systems engineering, especially within AI-driven environments or SaaS platforms. Proficiency in relevant programming languages such as Python, Go, Rust, or C++ is also essential.

Preferred skills for the Systems Engineer position at Augment Code include cloud computing expertise (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), familiarity with containerization (like Docker) and orchestration platforms (like Kubernetes), and experience in AI, ML, and distributed systems. Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities are also crucial.

At Augment Code, the work environment for a Systems Engineer is collaborative and innovative, fostering creativity and the sharing of ideas. With flexible hours, unlimited PTO, and numerous company social events, you'll find a supportive atmosphere that encourages trust and ownership over mere time spent in the office.

Augment Code offers a comprehensive benefits package for Systems Engineers, including a competitive salary, equity options, health/dental/vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a tools stipend. You'll also enjoy flexible work hours and unlimited paid time off to help maintain your work-life balance.

When answering this question, focus on specific examples where you designed scalable architectures, detailing the methodologies you used, such as microservices or cloud solutions. Illustrate how the changes you made positively affected performance and user experience.

In your response, mention the tools and metrics you use for monitoring, such as Prometheus or Grafana, and explain how you handle alerts and performance reviews to ensure systems are running efficiently.

Here, it's beneficial to discuss frameworks you are familiar with, such as OWASP, and specific practices you follow, such as regular audits, encryption, and secure coding standards. Emphasize your commitment to maintaining data integrity and privacy.

Share a specific incident that demonstrates your problem-solving skills. Highlight the issue, the steps you took to resolve it, and the outcome. Employers appreciate concrete examples that showcase your technical abilities.

In your answer, emphasize your communication and teamwork skills, describing any project where you worked closely with AI teams. Discuss how you gathered requirements and translated them into technical specifications for system improvements.

When discussing your programming skills, list the languages you are most comfortable with and provide specific instances where you utilized them in previous projects. This is a great opportunity to describe the impact these skills had on project outcomes.

Be ready to showcase a specific instance of automation, detailing the tools you used (like Ansible or Kubernetes), the tasks you automated, and the benefits it delivered, such as saving time or reducing errors in system operations.

Talk about your hands-on experience with platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Be specific about the projects you worked on and what services you utilized to achieve your objectives in system scalability and management.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning by mentioning courses, certifications, forums, or conferences you engage with to stay current on trends and tools in systems engineering and AI infrastructure.

Express your enthusiasm for Augment Code’s mission, team culture, and innovative approach to software development. Relate your personal and professional values to those of the company for a compelling and authentic response.