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# Sr. Software Engineer - Distributed Systems & Platform Integration

- **Company:** Analogic Corp
- **Location:** Salem, NH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Linux, Distributed Systems, Protocol Buffers, Python (Programming Language), Qt (Software), Systems Integration, GitHub Copilot, Ios Frameworks, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Grpc, Api Management, Legacy Systems
- **Published:** July 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=925ddcca32257d95

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
 * Strong experience with C++ in production environments
 * Experience designing and building APIs (gRPC and/or REST)
 * Solid understanding of distributed systems concepts (event-driven systems, messaging, concurrency)
 * Ability to design across system boundaries and work with multiple technologies
 * Experience working in Linux-based development environments

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with Rust or willingness to learn
 * Familiarity with distributed or decentralized systems (e.g., P2P, consensus models)
 * Experience with tools like Protocol Buffers, async frameworks, or modern backend systems
 * Exposure to AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot)
 * Experience with Python, frontend frameworks, or C++ UI frameworks (e.g., Qt)

## Description

* Build and maintain integration layers that connect application software to our distributed platform
 * Develop API interfaces (gRPC and/or REST) that allow existing systems to leverage platform capabilities
 * Enable legacy and modern systems to communicate effectively without requiring full rewrites

API & System Design

 * Define and implement clear, scalable API contracts
 * Partner with application teams to understand integration needs and ensure practical, usable solutions
 * Design systems with a focus on performance, reliability, and long-term maintainability

Platform Contribution

 * Contribute to the underlying platform (Rust-based), including messaging, coordination, and system components
 * Help evolve the platform toward more advanced, AI-enabled workflows and capabilities

Collaboration & Problem Solving

 * Participate in architecture discussions, design reviews, and code reviews
 * Troubleshoot integration issues, system behavior, and performance challenges across environments
 * Contribute to documentation, best practices, and integration guidance, This role is ideal for a senior engineer who enjoys:
 * Solving complex integration challenges
 * Bridging modern and legacy systems
 * Working across architecture, APIs, and platform development


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