Software Engineer, Backend - Agents

As a Software Engineer, Backend - Agents at Glean, your primary responsibilities include owning impactful infrastructure problems, writing robust design documents, and producing high-quality, well-tested code. You will collaborate closely with your team to identify and prioritize impactful projects on our roadmap, creating innovative solutions that enhance our AI-driven platform. Moreover, you will also have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and share your knowledge, helping to foster a strong engineering culture.

To apply for the Software Engineer, Backend - Agents position at Glean, you should have at least 3 years of experience in software development, with a BA/BS in computer science or a related field. Proficiency in coding languages such as Go, Python, or Java is crucial, along with experience in building infrastructure for distributed systems or cloud-native applications. Familiarity with cloud platforms like GCP, AWS, or Azure is an added advantage.

Success as a Software Engineer, Backend - Agents at Glean requires strong coding and problem-solving skills, particularly in designing systems for reliability and scale. You should also possess a proactive attitude, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to thrive in a customer-focused, cross-functional environment. Being a team player is essential as well, as you will often need to pivot between various impactful projects based on company needs.

The work environment at Glean for a Software Engineer, Backend - Agents is flexible, inclusive, and collaborative. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse team where every voice is heard. The atmosphere is fast-paced and encourages creativity, allowing engineers to take ownership of their projects. You will work closely with talented colleagues in a culture that promotes learning, mentorship, and the sharing of ideas.

Working as a Software Engineer, Backend - Agents at Glean provides a competitive compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental coverage, along with a flexible work environment. Additionally, we offer a 401k plan, healthy daily meals, annual education stipends, wellness stipends, and home office improvement allowances, creating a comprehensive benefits structure designed to support employee well-being and professional development.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of projects you’ve worked on that involved distributed systems. Discuss the technologies you used, the challenges you faced, and how you overcame them. Highlight your understanding of system architecture and the importance of scalability and reliability in a distributed environment.

To answer this question, explain your coding practices such as writing tests, performing code reviews, and adhering to security best practices. Discuss your experience with performance profiling and how you assess the scalability of your applications. It's also good to mention any tools or frameworks you utilize to help maintain security and scalability in your code.

When addressing this question, share details about your experience working with cloud services like AWS, GCP, or Azure. Talk about the kind of applications you’ve deployed, your understanding of cloud resources management, and any specific tools or services that you've found particularly effective in cloud-native development.

In your response, discuss your mentoring philosophy, emphasizing the importance of patience, guidance, and imparting technical knowledge. Provide examples of how you've previously mentored colleagues, illustrating your commitment to fostering growth and collaboration within your team.

To effectively answer this question, outline methods you implement for performance analysis, such as profiling tools and performance metrics. Discuss your experience with refactoring code, optimizing databases, and balancing server load to ensure smooth operation in high-demand environments.

When sharing your experience with difficult problems, detail the context, the technical challenge presented, and the steps you took to resolve it. Make sure to explain the thought process behind your solutions and the results that came from your efforts.

Describe your approach to project management, detailing how you assess project impact and urgency. Discuss how you communicate with your team to understand collective goals and set priorities based on stakeholder needs and project significance.

Expand on the types of testing strategies you employ, such as unit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testing. Discuss tools you utilize for automation and how these methodologies contribute to building a reliable and robust codebase.

Express your passion for continuous learning by mentioning resources you follow—like blogs, online courses, or tech talks. Discuss specific technologies or innovations you've recently explored and how they may apply to your work.

Emphasize the importance of collaboration in software development. Share examples of how you have worked in diverse teams and use collaboration tools to coordinate and improve communication, which ultimately leads to better project outcomes.