Senior Software Developer - AI Infra Compute
Oracle · Austin, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $178,000 / year
- Austin, TX
Job highlights
- Develop AI GPU platform for high-performance workloads.
- Design and build fundamental architectural changes.
- Work with distributed systems and RoCE/Infiniband.
- Join a fast-growing, innovative AI team.
- Requires 3+ years backend development experience.
About the role
Senior Software Developer AI Infrastructure
OCI (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure) AI Infrastructure is at the forefront of building a cutting-edge, ultra-high-performance GPU platform designed to support AI/ML/HPC workloads. This is your chance to be part of the AI revolution, creating systems that allow customers to scale from tens to thousands of GPUs without compromising performance.
Our team is responsible for designing and developing fundamental architectural changes for GPU delivery, health monitoring, triage automation, and diagnostic services. These are essential for running distributed AI/ML/HPC workloads across thousands of GPUs, leveraging technologies like RoCE and Infiniband.
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Projects: Build groundbreaking solutions for our customers from the ground up.
- Exciting Times: Be part of a young, fast-growing team working on ambitious new initiatives.
- Dynamic Environment: Collaborate in a vibrant, agile environment where learning and adaptability are key.
What We’re Looking For:
- Adaptable Engineers: Self-motivated individuals with a quick learning ability.
- Technical Excellence: Rock-solid developers and distributed systems engineers with a deep understanding of distributed systems and algorithms. Comfortable diving deep into any part of the stack, as well as software debugging and low-level systems troubleshooting.
- Passion for Simplicity and Scale: Value simplicity and scalability in design and implementation.
- Collaborative Spirit: Comfortable working in a collaborative, agile environment and eager to learn. Ability to collaborate effectively with various dependencies, including Network and Data Center operations.
Join us and be a part of the team that's pushing the boundaries of AI technology!
Responsibilities
- 3+ years of backend software development experience
- BS or MS degree in Computer Science or relevant technical field involving coding or equivalent practical experience
- Proficient in Java language or similar object-oriented languages (GoLang)
- Experience with at least one scripting language (Python, Shell) for automating tasks, proof of concept work, or command line tools
- Strong working experience on Git/Bitbucket
- Hands-on experience building and operational tools and dashboards
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience developing services on a public cloud platform (e.g., AWS, Azure, Oracle)
- Experience and understanding of multi-AD/AZ and regional data centers
- Work with large distributed systems
- Building continuous integration/deployment pipelines with robust testing and deployment schedules
- Experience working with internal customers and translating requests into prioritized work or features
Key Information
- Salary Range: $79,200 - $178,100 USD
- Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave.
- Career Level: IC3
About Oracle
Only Oracle brings together the data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to power everything from industry innovations to life-saving care. And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a better future for all. Discover your potential at a company leading the way in AI and cloud solutions that impact billions of lives.
True innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That’s why we’re committed to growing a workforce that promotes opportunities for all with competitive benefits that support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.
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Key skills/competency
- Backend Software Development
- AI Infrastructure
- Distributed Systems
- GPU Platforms
- Cloud Computing
- Java
- Python
- GoLang
- System Debugging
- Agile Methodologies
Skills & topics
- Senior Software Developer
- AI Infrastructure
- GPU Platform
- Distributed Systems
- Backend Development
- Cloud Computing
- Java
- GoLang
- Python
- System Debugging
- HPC
- MLOps
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
- Software Engineering
- Agile
How to get hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight your backend development, AI infrastructure, and distributed systems experience, using keywords from the job description like Java, Python, GoLang, and cloud platforms.
- Showcase project impact: Quantify your achievements in previous roles, particularly those involving large-scale systems, automation, or performance optimization.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with distributed systems, algorithms, debugging, and low-level systems troubleshooting. Practice coding in Java or GoLang.
- Demonstrate adaptability: Emphasize your ability to learn quickly, work collaboratively in an agile environment, and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
- Engage with the company: Research Oracle's AI initiatives and cloud infrastructure to show genuine interest and alignment with their mission.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What specific AI/ML/HPC workloads will I be supporting at Oracle?
- As a Senior Software Developer on the OCI AI Infrastructure team, you will be instrumental in building a high-performance GPU platform designed to support demanding AI, Machine Learning, and High-Performance Computing workloads. This includes enabling customers to scale from tens to thousands of GPUs efficiently and without performance degradation.
- What programming languages are essential for this Senior Software Developer role at Oracle?
- Proficiency in Java or similar object-oriented languages is a minimum requirement. Experience with GoLang is also highly valued. Additionally, experience with scripting languages such as Python or Shell is expected for automation, proof-of-concept work, and command-line tools.
- What is the career level for this Senior Software Developer position at Oracle?
- This Senior Software Developer role is classified at Career Level IC3 at Oracle. This typically indicates a mid-to-senior level individual contributor role with significant responsibilities and expectations for technical expertise and impact.
- What is the salary range for a Senior Software Developer at Oracle in the US?
- The estimated hiring range for this position in the US is $79,200 to $178,100 per year. This range can vary based on factors such as knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and location. Candidates may also be eligible for bonuses and equity.
- What benefits does Oracle offer to its employees?
- Oracle provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) savings and investment plan with company match, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave. They also offer parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Does Oracle require specific experience with cloud platforms for this role?
- While not a minimum requirement, hands-on experience developing services on a public cloud platform like AWS, Azure, or Oracle is considered a preferred qualification for this Senior Software Developer position. This suggests that familiarity with cloud environments is highly advantageous.
- What does 'work with large distributed systems' mean in the context of this Oracle job?
- Working with large distributed systems means you'll be involved in designing, developing, and maintaining complex software architectures that span multiple servers or nodes. For this role, it specifically relates to managing and optimizing the performance of GPU infrastructure across a large-scale, distributed environment.