Application Software Engineer

San Francisco, CA · Remotefull timeRemote

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Application Software Engineer at Siftstack · LumiJobs

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$125k–$175k

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Siftstack Application Software Engineer at Siftstack works directly with customers to adapt Sift’s telemetry platform to their engineering challenges. The role involves developing custom solutions using Sift APIs and collaborating with product and engineering teams to translate customer requirements.

Responsibilities

Application Software Engineers bridge the gap between Sift’s cutting-edge telemetry platform and our customers’ complex engineering challenges. In this role, you’ll work directly with customer teams to adapt Sift’s capabilities to their needs, build custom solutions, and foster deep partnerships. You’ll collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate customer requirements into actionable insights, ensuring our platform evolves to meet real-world demands.
We’re looking for an engineer who thrives in dynamic, customer-facing environments and is passionate about industries like aerospace, autonomous systems, and renewable energy. This is a rare opportunity to join an early-stage startup and directly impact the success of next-generation machines. You will report to the team's Lead and play a critical role in delivering value to our customers.
Partner with customers to understand their technical challenges and adapt Sift’s platform to meet their specific needs.
Develop custom solutions and integrations using Sift APIs to solve customer problems.
Translate customer requirements into actionable feedback for product and engineering teams.
Create and maintain integrations with common engineering tools to enhance customer workflows.
Prepare materials and assist in technical onboarding and training sessions for customer teams.
Build strong, trust-based relationships with customers, acting as a technical partner and advocate.
The Skillset You’ll Bring
2+ years of experience in software engineering or data engineering.
Proficiency in Python and familiarity with REST APIs.
Basic understanding of data analysis and visualization techniques.

Qualification

Location & TravelThis role is located in San FranciscoAbility to travel 10-15% requiredSalary rangeUS Person RequiredExperience in any of the followingAerospace systemsSQL and database conceptsCloud platforms (e

Required

Someone with a customer-first mindset who’s excited to solve real-world engineering problems in the field.
An engineer who thrives in ambiguity and can adapt quickly to evolving customer needs.
A collaborative team player who can work effectively with customers, engineers, and go-to-market teams to drive impact.
Location & Travel
This role is located in San Francisco, CA. We collaborate in person four times a week—Monday through Thursday—and come together for a full week every quarter at our HQ in LA. We are open to relocating candidates to LA or our San Francisco office.
Ability to travel 10-15% required. Varies by location and customer needs.
Sift headquarters is located in Los Angeles (Marina del Rey), and we work in a hybrid environment. We work closely with hardware companies building everything from autonomous vehicles to spacecraft, and it's essential to be nearby for site visits and collaboration.
Salary range: $125,000 - $175,000 per year. Plus equity and benefits.
US Person Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder due to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) / EAR (Export Administration Regulations) compliance requirements.