Lead Software Engineer (Factory Operating System)
Role summary
Seeking a founding-level Senior Software Lead to architect and build the backend and data infrastructure for a next-generation factory operating system. This hands-on leadership role involves designing scalable systems for robotic manufacturing, sensor data, and hybrid cloud/on-prem infrastructure. Responsibilities include leading a small team, scaling engineering capabilities, and delivering production-grade systems. Key requirements include 10+ years of software engineering experience, expertise in Python and C++, building large-scale data pipelines, cloud platforms (AWS/GCP), hybrid infrastructure, and proven leadership experience. Experience with 0->1 development and a background in robotics or manufacturing systems are preferred.
Job Title
- Senior Software Lead – Factory Operating System
Location
- San Francisco, CA (Onsite – 5 Days/Week)
Employment Type - Full-time
Interview Mode:
Virtual (Final Onsite)
About the Role
We are seeking a
founding-level Senior Software Lead
to architect and build the backend and data infrastructure for a next-generation
factory operating system
.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you will design scalable systems that integrate
robotic manufacturing, sensor/perception data pipelines, and hybrid cloud/on-prem infrastructure
. You will start by leading a small team and play a key role in scaling engineering capabilities while delivering production-grade systems.
Key Responsibilities
• Design and develop backend services for
planning, scheduling, telemetry, and data capture
across manufacturing systems
• Build and optimize
large-scale visual/perception data pipelines
(video, sensor, LiDAR, etc.)
• Architect
hybrid infrastructure
combining on-prem/embedded systems with cloud environments
• Define and manage
data flow between factory systems and cloud platforms
• Lead and mentor engineers, scaling a team from early-stage growth
• Collaborate with robotics, manufacturing, and leadership teams to define and execute product roadmap
• Deliver
production-ready systems
supporting real-world manufacturing operations
Mandatory Skills & Qualifications
• 10+ years of experience in
software engineering (backend/distributed systems)
• Strong expertise in
Python and C++ (production-level development)
• Experience building
large-scale visual/perception pipelines
(video, camera, LiDAR, sensor data)
• Deep understanding of
distributed systems and high-throughput data architectures (TB–PB scale)
• Experience with
cloud platforms (AWS or GCP)
and hybrid infrastructure environments
• Hands-on experience with
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), containers, and Kubernetes
• Proven leadership experience (Tech Lead / Engineering Lead / Project Ownership)
• Experience building systems from scratch (
0→1 development or major platform ownership
)
Preferred Skills
• Background in
robotics, autonomous vehicles, manufacturing systems, or computer vision
• Experience with
ML infrastructure and perception systems
• Exposure to
real-time data streaming and large-scale analytics systems
What Makes You a Fit
• Strong ownership mindset with ability to deliver
production-grade systems
• Comfortable working in
fast-paced, early-stage environments
• Passion for building scalable systems with
real-world impact (not just prototypes)
• Ability to collaborate across engineering, robotics, and business teams
Work Requirements
• Must be able to work
onsite in San Francisco 5 days/week
• Must be open to
relocation (if not local)
• Comfortable working in
high-impact environments including defense/logistics applications
Why Join Us
• Opportunity to
build a factory operating system from the ground up
• High ownership role with direct impact on
next-gen manufacturing systems
• Work alongside
top-tier robotics and manufacturing experts
• Early-stage environment with strong
equity upside and career growth
• Small, highly technical team with strong innovation culture
About NetworkPedia
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As a trusted partner, we deliver expertise across networking, cloud, IT service management, and security operations, along with staffing solutions for niche technology roles. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all our hiring practices and ensure that our opportunities are open to all qualified applicants, without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.
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