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As AI workloads grow increasingly complex, traditional infrastructure struggles to meet the demands of performance, reliability, and precise coordination. Clockwork is pioneering a software-driven approach to AI fabrics by delivering cross-stack observability to catch and quickly resolve problems, workload fault tolerance to keep jobs running through failures, and performance acceleration that dynamically routes and paces traffic to avoid congestion.\nTo learn more, visitwww.clockwork.io.\nWe are currently seeking bright, versatile software engineers who will design the next generation of network acceleration software. Stay a nanosecond ahead of everyone else by joining our team in California!\nWhat you will do\nUse your coding skills and distributed system knowledge to contribute directly to the design and build of high performance, reliable and scalable systems.\nYou bring\nA degree in computer science, electrical engineering or related field.\nFluency in at least one of the following languages: C, C++, Golang, Java, Python.\nExcellent communication skills.\nExcellent debugging and problem solving skills.\nYou also have one or more of these skills\nOperating systems expertise (e.g. threads, scheduling, process sync, kernel programming).\nComputer networks expertise (e.g. networking stacks and protocols, queuing theory, congestion control).\nExperience designing, building and deploying large-scale distributed systems.\nFull-stack development experience.\nEnjoy\nChallenging projects.\nCompetitive compensation.\nA great benefits package.\nCatered lunches.\nA friendly and inclusive workplace culture.\nWorking in the heart of Silicon Valley.\nCompensation for this position will vary based on the skills and experience you bring, as well as internal equity considerations. For candidates hired at the posted level, the expected base salary range is $140,000 - $200,000. The offered compensation package may also include stock options or other equity awards, subject to Clockwork’s equity program and applicable approvals.\nIn addition to cash compensation, this role is eligible to participate in the company’s equity program, which may include stock options granted in accordance with the company’s equity plan and subject to approval and applicable vesting schedules.\nClockwork Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building world-class teams by welcoming bright, passionate individuals from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 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