Software Engineer - job 1 of 4

As a Software Engineer at Applied Intuition, your main responsibilities will include designing and improving tools and frameworks for our engineering teams, building and testing scalable deployment tools, and enhancing the efficiency of the software deployment and data collection frameworks. You'll also work on optimizing compile and build times using tools like Bazel and Docker, and tackle bottlenecks within our software stack.

To be considered for the Software Engineer position at Applied Intuition, you should have at least 2+ years of relevant experience. Familiarity with CI and build technologies such as Bazel, Docker, and Kubernetes is essential. Additionally, experience with Linux or ARM systems and configuration management tools like Ansible and Terraform will give you an edge. Experience in the automotive, robotics, or related industries is a plus.

Software Engineers at Applied Intuition work with a range of advanced technologies, including CI tools like Bazel and Buildkite, container technologies like Docker, and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes. Familiarity with scripting languages for automation and working with Linux/ARM systems is key to success in this role.

Applied Intuition promotes a dynamic and inclusive company culture, where collaboration and innovation are at the forefront. Employees primarily work in office during the week but are trusted to manage their schedules flexibly, allowing for personal commitments when necessary. We value continuous learning and offer stipends for professional development and wellness activities.

Software Engineers at Applied Intuition enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes lunch and dinner allowances, annual stipends for fitness and learning, and stock options. We believe in investing in our team's well-being and professional growth, making it a great place for career development.

When addressing your experience with CI tools like Jenkins or Bazel in an interview, focus on specific projects where you've implemented these tools to improve deployment processes. Explain the impact of your contributions on team efficiency, highlighting any metrics or outcomes that demonstrate your success.

To effectively answer this question, discuss your methods for identifying bottlenecks in build processes. Share specific strategies you've used, such as implementing caching strategies or utilizing parallel build systems, and provide examples of how these approaches led to measurable improvements.

In responding to this question, outline your hands-on experience with Docker for containerization, including how you've created, managed, and deployed containers in a CI/CD pipeline. Discuss any experience with Kubernetes for orchestration, including how you managed clusters and deployments, and any challenges you've overcome in those environments.

When asked this question, provide a specific example that showcases a tough deployment. Highlight the challenges faced, your problem-solving approach, and the ultimate outcome. Discuss what you learned from the experience and how you would apply that knowledge to future deployments.

For this question, emphasize your commitment to open communication and teamwork. Share specific tools or frameworks you've used to facilitate cross-team collaboration, such as Agile methodologies or collaborative coding platforms. Discuss how you ensure that all teams are aligned on goals and objectives.

Responding to setbacks can be challenging but it's an important aspect of the job. Share your methods for resilience, perhaps through iterative problem-solving or seeking input from peers. Illustrate your answer with an example of a setback you've overcome and the lessons learned.

In answering this question, discuss your passion for technology and innovation. Share how the ability to impact user experiences or improve systems drives you. Additionally, mention any specific projects or technologies that have particularly inspired you in your career.

If you have experience with ARM systems, describe specific projects where you've implemented software solutions on these platforms. If you’re somewhat familiar, mention the theoretical knowledge you've gained and express your eagerness to dive deeper into ARM systems.

Share relevant experiences in the automotive or robotics sectors, emphasizing projects that required collaboration or innovation. Discuss how these experiences have shaped your understanding of industry-specific challenges and technologies.

When discussing scripting automation tools, mention names like Python, Bash, or Groovy, and explain why you appreciate them. Highlight specific scenarios where you utilized these tools to enhance efficiency in processes, and how this has positively impacted your team.