About the job
About Chalk
Chalk is at the forefront of innovation in machine learning, developing a cutting-edge data platform that dismantles the traditional barriers of complexity, latency, and scalability. Our platform seamlessly integrates Rust-speed performance with user-friendly tools that developers appreciate. Top-tier companies rely on Chalk for a variety of applications, from combating fraudulent credit card transactions to identity verification and optimizing renewable energy efficiency. Recently, we secured a $50 million Series A funding, led by Felicis.
About the Role
As a highly skilled software engineer, you will create tailored technical solutions and collaborate with machine learning teams to enhance Chalk’s proprietary infrastructure. Your role will involve working directly with our customers to develop efficient feature pipelines addressing challenges in healthcare, finance, and recommendation systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage closely with clients, gather requirements, and engineer feature pipelines that facilitate use cases such as cancer detection, fraud prevention, and product recommendations. Join us in person as an early team member and significantly impact our high-growth start-up.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement Chalk technology for clients, familiarizing yourself with our infrastructure to ensure seamless integration across various environments.
Collaborate closely with Engineering and Sales teams to drive customer success.
Serve as the primary technical contact for clients during both pre-sales and post-sales phases, assisting with onboarding and ongoing support.
Advise clients on new product offerings as their business needs evolve.
Participate in interviewing and expanding the Engineering team.
Qualifications
Strong technical background with experience in software development or building machine learning models.
Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in backend software engineering.
Proficiency in Python and SQL.
Ability to work effectively within teams consisting of both technical and non-technical members.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, along with strong problem-solving abilities and storytelling techniques.

