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That evidence might come from: * Designing and shipping production systems * Building products from 0 to 1 in ambiguous environments * Research, open-source contributions, or other technically rigorous work * Solving problems that required thoughtful system design, tradeoff analysis, or non-obvious technical decisions, * Clear reasoning behind architectural decisions * Ability to articulate tradeoffs, not just best practices * Awareness of business context when estimating timelines * The discipline to meet commitments * The judgment to increase intensity when the situation calls for it and to simplify when complexity is not justified We value engineers who understand that great software supports real business outcomes. Breadth and Curiosity We appreciate engineers who: * Have expanded their scope over time through new systems, domains, or increased responsibility * Are comfortable stepping slightly outside their core area when needed * See product, customer impact, and technical design as interconnected Deep specialists are welcome, especially those who have increased complexity and ownership within their domain. Experience That Is Particularly Relevant, Not Required Exposure to complex or real-world data problems is compelling, including: * Systems interacting with physical processes * Geospatial or spatial data * Combining multiple data streams to infer meaningful signals * Problems requiring modeling, interpretation, or non-obvious conclusions Strength in some areas can compensate for gaps in others. ## Description * Ownership of meaningful systems with real influence over technical direction * Direct access to product and company leadership * Fast feedback loops and fewer layers between idea and implementation * A collaborative environment where ideas are debated openly and decisions move quickly * Visible impact. Your work will shape the trajectory of the company WHAT "SENIOR" MEANS HERE In our environment, senior engineers: * Make sound technical decisions and clearly explain the tradeoffs behind them * Step into ambiguity and create clarity for others * Deliver reliably and adjust execution based on business priorities * Elevate the quality of systems, discussions, and team standards * Contribute to a culture of curiosity, accountability, and momentum, You are comfortable reasoning from first principles, when necessary, rather than relying solely on established patterns. We care more about how you think and build than whether your background follows a traditional path. Startup Adaptability We are a mid-stage startup. Priorities evolve. Documentation is not always perfect. Sometimes the best path forward is not immediately obvious. 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