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The company is redefining how enterprises prepare and optimize data at the most fundamental layer of the AI stack—where raw information becomes usable intelligence. Our technology operates deep in the data infrastructure layer, making data efficient, secure, and ready for scale.
We eliminate the hidden inefficiencies in modern data platforms—slashing storage and compute costs, accelerating pipelines, and boosting platform efficiency. The result: 60%+ lower storage costs, up to 60% lower compute spend, 3× faster data processing, and 20% overall efficiency gains.
Why It Matters
Massive data should fuel innovation, not drain budgets. We remove the bottlenecks holding AI and analytics back—making data lighter, faster, and smarter so teams can ship breakthroughs, not babysit storage and compute bills.
Who We Are
World renowned researchers in compression, information theory, and data systems
Elite engineers from Google, Pure Storage, Cohesity and top cloud teams
Enterprise sellers who turn ROI into seven‑figure wins.
Powered by World-Class Investors & Customers
$65M+ raised from NEA, Bain Capital, A* Capital, and operators behind Okta, Eventbrite, Tesla, and Databricks. Our platform already processes hundreds of petabytes for industry leaders
Our Mission:
We’re building the default data substrate for AI, and a generational company built to endure. A Deep Tech Approach to AI We combine advanced research with practical productization, powered by a dual-track strategy: Research:
Led by Chief Scientist Andrea Montanari (Stanford Professor), we publish 1–2 top-tier papers per quarter. Product:
Actively processing 100+ PBs today and targeting Exabyte scale by Q4 2025. WHAT YOU’LL DO Lead and build
a team of 8–10 engineers shipping core platform services across the AI data stack Stay 40% hands-on
in high-leverage areas like Spark shuffles, Iceberg metadata stores, and vectorized engines Translate research into production —owning the path from prototype to hardened, planet-scale systems Coach architecture & velocity —drive weekly iteration while enforcing engineering excellence Instill a culture of rigor —from RFCs and code reviews to latency regression tracking and post-mortems that teach Own quarterly outcomes —measuring success through performance (P90 latency), reliability (4+ nines), and hiring bar (zero-regret additions) Design for scale & autonomy —build workflows where two-pizza teams can ship daily with minimal friction Attract and grow top talent —recruit 10x builders and create an environment of psychological safety and learning WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR 7+ years in backend or infra engineering roles, with 2+ years as a tech lead or manager Proven success building and leading high-caliber teams in performance-critical environments (e.g. databases, ML infra, lakehouse systems) Deep experience with distributed compute frameworks (Spark, Trino, Presto) and columnar storage formats (Parquet, ORC) Familiarity with Iceberg or Delta Lake internals Strong system design instincts and ability to guide teams through trade-offs Track record of balancing hands-on execution with leadership, mentorship, and delivery Passion for building foundational technology that changes how data is used at scale WHY JOIN US Core Differentiation:
We’re focused on unlocking a deeper layer of AI infrastructure. By optimizing the way data is stored, processed, and retrieved, we make platforms like Snowflake and Databricks faster, more cost-efficient, and more AI-native. Our work sits at the most fundamental layer of the AI stack: where raw data becomes usable intelligence. Elite peers —you’ll collaborate with engineers from Meta, Google, Databricks, Okta, and early FAANG builders Clear metrics, real impact —our platform cuts storage costs 60%, compute 60%, and boosts processing speeds 3x Unusually high leverage —no bloat, minimal hierarchy, and high ownership from day one Long-term alignment —backed by top-tier investors and built for technical founders and builders COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Competitive salary and equity Premium healthcare, vision, and dental Flexible hybrid work setup (Mountain View HQ) Stipends for learning, publishing, or open-source engagement The company is an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Management Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Stealth Startup (AI) by 2x Seattle, WA Job postings with salary ranges vary by location and date; examples shown above are representative. Seattle, WA $190,000.00-$260,000.00 22 hours ago Seattle, WA $195,000.00-$225,000.00 4 days ago Seattle, WA $200,000.00-$280,000.00 1 week ago Redmond, WA $170,000.00-$240,000.00 1 week ago Bothell, WA $194,852.00-$255,112.00 17 hours ago Seattle, WA $250,000.00-$315,000.00 5 days ago Greater Seattle Area $115,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Redmond, WA $170,000.00-$240,000.00 2 weeks ago Bellevue, WA $200,000.00-$220,000.00 3 months ago Bothell, WA $150,000.00-$190,000.00 19 hours ago Seattle, WA $140,000.00-$200,000.00 5 days ago Engineering Manager, Product and Business Seattle, WA $236,000.00-$354,000.00 35 minutes ago Director, Software Development and Engineering Seattle, WA $182,450.00-$255,429.30 5 days ago Director of Engineering - (Electrical / Hardware) Bellevue, WA $222,640.00-$333,960.00 2 weeks ago Bellevue, WA $210,400.00-$280,900.00 3 days ago Bellevue, WA $200,000.00-$250,000.00 2 weeks ago Seattle, WA $250,000.00-$295,000.00 1 week ago Redmond, WA $170,000.00-$240,000.00 2 days ago Manager/Sr. Manager - Software Engineering Bellevue, WA $157,600.00-$384,100.00 4 hours ago Director, Software Development and Engineering Seattle, WA $227,120.00-$317,967.31 1 week ago Director of Engineering AI/ML - Hybrid - Seattle Seattle, WA $166,400.00-$287,700.00 4 days ago Director of Equipment Engineering Research & Implementation Seattle, WA $120,000.00-$180,000.00 1 month ago Seattle, WA $300,000.00-$375,000.00 2 days ago Manager/Sr. Manager - Software Engineering Seattle, WA $157,600.00-$384,100.00 1 day ago Senior Software Engineering Manager - Global E-commerce Seattle, WA $244,530.00-$585,200.00 1 week ago Bellevue, WA $222,640.00-$333,960.00 1 day ago Seattle, WA $236,000.00-$354,000.00 1 week ago SeaTac, WA $146,400.00-$219,600.00 1 week ago Engineering Manager - Inventory Positioning - Hybrid - Seattle We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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We’re building the default data substrate for AI, and a generational company built to endure. A Deep Tech Approach to AI We combine advanced research with practical productization, powered by a dual-track strategy: Research:
Led by Chief Scientist Andrea Montanari (Stanford Professor), we publish 1–2 top-tier papers per quarter. Product:
Actively processing 100+ PBs today and targeting Exabyte scale by Q4 2025. WHAT YOU’LL DO Lead and build
a team of 8–10 engineers shipping core platform services across the AI data stack Stay 40% hands-on
in high-leverage areas like Spark shuffles, Iceberg metadata stores, and vectorized engines Translate research into production —owning the path from prototype to hardened, planet-scale systems Coach architecture & velocity —drive weekly iteration while enforcing engineering excellence Instill a culture of rigor —from RFCs and code reviews to latency regression tracking and post-mortems that teach Own quarterly outcomes —measuring success through performance (P90 latency), reliability (4+ nines), and hiring bar (zero-regret additions) Design for scale & autonomy —build workflows where two-pizza teams can ship daily with minimal friction Attract and grow top talent —recruit 10x builders and create an environment of psychological safety and learning WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR 7+ years in backend or infra engineering roles, with 2+ years as a tech lead or manager Proven success building and leading high-caliber teams in performance-critical environments (e.g. databases, ML infra, lakehouse systems) Deep experience with distributed compute frameworks (Spark, Trino, Presto) and columnar storage formats (Parquet, ORC) Familiarity with Iceberg or Delta Lake internals Strong system design instincts and ability to guide teams through trade-offs Track record of balancing hands-on execution with leadership, mentorship, and delivery Passion for building foundational technology that changes how data is used at scale WHY JOIN US Core Differentiation:
We’re focused on unlocking a deeper layer of AI infrastructure. By optimizing the way data is stored, processed, and retrieved, we make platforms like Snowflake and Databricks faster, more cost-efficient, and more AI-native. Our work sits at the most fundamental layer of the AI stack: where raw data becomes usable intelligence. Elite peers —you’ll collaborate with engineers from Meta, Google, Databricks, Okta, and early FAANG builders Clear metrics, real impact —our platform cuts storage costs 60%, compute 60%, and boosts processing speeds 3x Unusually high leverage —no bloat, minimal hierarchy, and high ownership from day one Long-term alignment —backed by top-tier investors and built for technical founders and builders COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Competitive salary and equity Premium healthcare, vision, and dental Flexible hybrid work setup (Mountain View HQ) Stipends for learning, publishing, or open-source engagement The company is an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Management Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Stealth Startup (AI) by 2x Seattle, WA Job postings with salary ranges vary by location and date; examples shown above are representative. Seattle, WA $190,000.00-$260,000.00 22 hours ago Seattle, WA $195,000.00-$225,000.00 4 days ago Seattle, WA $200,000.00-$280,000.00 1 week ago Redmond, WA $170,000.00-$240,000.00 1 week ago Bothell, WA $194,852.00-$255,112.00 17 hours ago Seattle, WA $250,000.00-$315,000.00 5 days ago Greater Seattle Area $115,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Redmond, WA $170,000.00-$240,000.00 2 weeks ago Bellevue, WA $200,000.00-$220,000.00 3 months ago Bothell, WA $150,000.00-$190,000.00 19 hours ago Seattle, WA $140,000.00-$200,000.00 5 days ago Engineering Manager, Product and Business Seattle, WA $236,000.00-$354,000.00 35 minutes ago Director, Software Development and Engineering Seattle, WA $182,450.00-$255,429.30 5 days ago Director of Engineering - (Electrical / Hardware) Bellevue, WA $222,640.00-$333,960.00 2 weeks ago Bellevue, WA $210,400.00-$280,900.00 3 days ago Bellevue, WA $200,000.00-$250,000.00 2 weeks ago Seattle, WA $250,000.00-$295,000.00 1 week ago Redmond, WA $170,000.00-$240,000.00 2 days ago Manager/Sr. Manager - Software Engineering Bellevue, WA $157,600.00-$384,100.00 4 hours ago Director, Software Development and Engineering Seattle, WA $227,120.00-$317,967.31 1 week ago Director of Engineering AI/ML - Hybrid - Seattle Seattle, WA $166,400.00-$287,700.00 4 days ago Director of Equipment Engineering Research & Implementation Seattle, WA $120,000.00-$180,000.00 1 month ago Seattle, WA $300,000.00-$375,000.00 2 days ago Manager/Sr. Manager - Software Engineering Seattle, WA $157,600.00-$384,100.00 1 day ago Senior Software Engineering Manager - Global E-commerce Seattle, WA $244,530.00-$585,200.00 1 week ago Bellevue, WA $222,640.00-$333,960.00 1 day ago Seattle, WA $236,000.00-$354,000.00 1 week ago SeaTac, WA $146,400.00-$219,600.00 1 week ago Engineering Manager - Inventory Positioning - Hybrid - Seattle We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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