Experience & Education requirements

Qualifications - External

Years of Relevant Experience:

• 7 - 10 years of experience on design, development and prototyping of web-scale distributed systems

Education - Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent

Education - Desired:

• MSc/PHD

Skills:

• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Conceptual thinking skills
• Effectively work with others across a broad range of technologies, processes, and systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required given our distributed and diverse team.
• Belief in rigorous, high-quality engineering that produces tangible results quickly.
• Experience with the challenges of integration, and the need to iterate quickly but with a purposeful plan to build towards larger longer-term goals.
• Ability and enthusiasm to learn and apply new and upcoming technology.
• Mentoring and developing engineers

Specialized Skills - Required:

• Proficiency in at least one of the following Java/Kotlin/Python on the backend
• Proficiency in at least one of the following : React/Typescript on the frontend
• Programming abilities in Kotlin, Java and C++.
• Experience with backend technologies: Redis, Elasticsearch, PostgreSQL, SNS, SQS, ApacheMQ
• Understanding of core Computer Science algorithms and data structures.
• Experience with Docker / Kubernetes / Istio
• Experience building and maintaining REST and gRPC APIs with scalable Auth strategies
• Experience deploying/managing infrastructure in public cloud environments such as AWS or GCP.
• Experience with Docker / Kubernetes / Istio

Specialized Skills - Desired:

• Previous experience working in projects in an agile software environment
• Experience using Machine Learning frameworks.
• Experience using Test Automation frameworks.

Brief Role Description

As ADMT, we develop and realize fully autonomous mobility and transportation services. Our mission is to make mobility-and transportation-as-a-service safe, accessible, and most attractive for society. For that, we cover the entire ground from strategy and business development, software development and end-2-end integration, fleet operations to next-generation self-driving systems. Being the driver in Volkswagen Group initiative for mobility solutions, we’re an integral part of Volkswagen Group's future success.

Candidates in the San Francisco Bay area are expected to be in the office 2-3 days each week. 

Role Summary:

ADMT represents the Volkswagen Group as its driver for building self-driving technology. With experienced leaders in the field and collaborative partnerships with some of the world’s largest automakers, we’re building self-driving technology that is engineered to scale globally and transform mobility for millions. Talented individuals join our team because they share our purpose to make it safe, easy, and enjoyable for everyone to get around. We aspire to impact key industries that move people and goods, from ride hailing to deliveries.

Are you ready to join us?

This position will be responsible for designing and developing software modules for next-generation mobility services like Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS), Transport-as-a-Service (TaaS) and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV), like Robo-Taxis and -Transporters.

The position gives the opportunity to develop functional prototypes to illustrate novel concepts as well as build production implementations for VW Group products. The position gives the flexibility to learn new things, try new technology, seek opportunities to grow, mentor and be mentored.

Role Responsibilities

Role Responsibilities:

●       Enhance the robustness and resiliency of both existing and forthcoming micro services

●       Deliver User Interfaces atop Fleet Services, Trip Services, Map Services, Mission Control, Terminal Operations, Remote Operations, and Shared Services Infrastructure

●       Design, Architect and support a UI infrastructure that helps developer productivity and is highly scalable

●       Implement strong product quality, performance, and security practices using Jenkins, Terraform, and Kubernetes

●       Build multi-regional highly available highly scalable services in the cloud

●       Develop services in Java/Kotlin

●       Develop web user interfaces in React / Typescript

●       Interact with cross-geographical teams

Competencies

Work Flexibility & Compensation Data

Work Flexibility:

●       Readiness for international business trips to visit ADMT GmbH, Volkswagen AG

●       Flexibility to travel within US and Europe

In Silicon Valley (California), the salary range for this role will be $155,000 - $170,000, depending on education and years of relevant experience. Salary is determined by geographical location and adjusted accordingly. Other benefits for this position include: