Software Engineer, Containers & Scalability

About Parallelz:

Parallelz enables developers to instantly port their existing mobile apps/games to the web, without any SDKs, code changes, or engineering efforts. This enables developers to improve user acquisition, organic virality, create new revenue channels, and offer new user experiences and capabilities that were not possible before.

With Parallelz, users can access mobile apps instantly, with lossless quality, at full performance, on any desktop or mobile device. The Parallelz platform enables this by transforming existing native mobile apps into fully-native web apps, in real-time, that can be instantly accessible on any browser. Developers can now have a new frictionless way to reach their customers, free from the restrictions and taxations of the existing app stores. Through this technology, we’re blurring the boundaries between web, mobile and desktop applications.

But this technology doesn’t just magically appear. That's where you come in. You will help us build cutting edge technology making all this possible. Take on the challenge of Lead Platform Engineer, join our team and help us build a platform supporting millions of users.

Our founding team and advisors are serial entrepreneurs and technologists from Mozilla, MIT, and former founders of high-growth venture-backed startups. The company is joined by top-tier, global venture funds and angel investors.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Containerization Engineer (Linux & C++) to join our engineering team. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining containerization systems, focusing on LXC and Kubernetes-supported OCI containers. This role involves working with Linux systems and programming in C and C++ to ensure efficient data management and optimal system performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• LXC to OCI Migration: Lead the effort to transition our existing LXC-based container environment to be fully OCI compliant, enabling seamless integration with Kubernetes and other OCI-compatible container runtimes.
• Design, implement, and maintain containerization systems.
• Integrate containers with Ubuntu.
• Optimize system performance and ensure efficient data management.

• Work with Linux systems and develop in C and C++.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support containerization initiatives.

Requirements

Must-Haves Qualifications:

• 3+ YOE with C or C++
• 2+ YOE with containerization systems
• Strong hands-on experience with OCI specifications and image formats
• Extensive knowledge of Kubernetes architecture, concepts, and components (e.g., Pods, Deployments, Services)
• Proficiency in Linux system
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Nice-to-Haves:

• Familiarity with Docker, containers
• Experience with LXC
• Knowledge of container security best practices

Benefits

This is a full-time, remote position. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and an Employee Stock Option Plan.