Platform & Services Engineer - Rust

About Recogni:

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming our world. It can perform cognitive functions that previously only humans could do, such as perceiving interactions across different environments with the ability to quickly learn and then solve complex problems. Recogni is a system solution company that specializes in the design of industry-leading high-performance, low-power AI inferencing. Our mission is to enable multimodal Generative AI inference acceleration at scale by providing safe, sustainable, high-performance AI-driven solutions for many markets. We are at the leading edge of advancing the latest research and product improvements for Al inference solutions that will make Al even more advantageous for compelling new applications. Recogni is a well funded, fast-paced startup company with headquarters in both San Jose, CA, and Munich, Germany. We also have many talented team members working remotely. We prioritize our employees' well-being and their families, aiming for a healthier, happier life inside and outside work. We value their contributions and offer tailored benefits for health and financial security, catering to different life stages. Our comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation reflect our commitment to a supportive and inspiring work environment.

The opportunity:

For our datacenter accelerator solution, we’re building an accompanying inference software stack – with most of it being in Rust. We’re looking for an engineer to support us with implementation of inference services and overall DC software stack. We build high-performance, optimized, Kubernetes-native solutions that will enable the future of generative AI.

In this role, you will:

• Design, implement, and maintain components of inference services in Rust
• Develop and maintain Kubernetes integrations
• Collaborate with different teams to deliver better developer experience

What you’ll bring:

• 2+ years of experience with Rust services development
• Good knowledge of Kubernetes concepts and APIs
• Understanding of sustainable development practices and design approaches
• Basic high-level understanding of Python ecosystem, as well as ML model architectures
• Good English language communication skills
• Ability to work within a remote team in a collaborative environment

Reasons to join Recogni:

• Pioneering Spirit: Join us at the ground floor to help shape one of the most exciting, disruptive and innovative AI companies, at the perfect time.
• Continuous Learning: Engage in valuable learning and development experiences within a dynamic and diverse peer group. Benefit from the expertise of individuals spanning various fields, including Artificial Intelligence Natural Language Processing, Software Engineering, ASIC Design Engineering, Hardware Systems Engineering, Technology Product Management, and other disciplines.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive compensation package that rewards your skills and contributions.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with sharp and motivated colleagues in a stimulating office setting designed for both productivity and enjoyment.
• Invest in Your Future: Participate in our Employee Stock Option Purchase Plan to align your success with the company's growth.
• Perks: Take advantage of enticing perks such as gym membership, corporate discounts, snacks and drinks, and company events.

Recogni's values:

• One Team – We collaborate with respect, positivity, and a shared commitment to success.
• Mission Focused – We stay dedicated to our ambitious goals, navigating challenges with resilience.
• Innovate With Passion – We embrace bold thinking, smart risks, and continuous learning.
• Think Like An Owner – We take initiative, drive results, and act with accountability.

Act With Integrity – We uphold honesty, transparency, and fairness in all we do.

Recogni is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that a diverse team is better at tackling complex problems and coming up with innovative solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

A note to Recruitment Agencies: Please don’t reach out to Recogni employees or leaders about our roles -- we’ve got it covered. We don’t accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Thank you for your understanding.