Parallel Systems Corp
Software Architect Enterprise Systems
Parallel Systems Corp - Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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Software Architect Enterprise Systems
Parallel Systems is pioneering autonomous battery-electric rail vehicles designed to transform freight transportation by shifting portions of the $900 billion U.S. trucking industry onto rail. Our innovative technology offers cleaner, safer, and more efficient logistics solutions. Join our dynamic team and help shape a smarter, greener future for global freight. Responsibilities:
Architect and oversee the development of a scalable, fault-tolerant backend system to connect autonomous rail operations with enterprise and control infrastructure. Design clean interfaces and robust data exchange mechanisms with third-party systems (e.g., train control, yard logistics, customer TMS). Lead the selection of technologies, frameworks, and architectural patterns for backend services. Define and enforce system-level architectural standards across teams, ensuring security, performance, and maintainability. Collaborate with engineering, product, and external stakeholders to translate complex requirements into reliable, production-grade systems. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to backend engineers; review code and design proposals. Stay current with relevant standards and best practices in enterprise integration, distributed systems, and cloud architectures. What Success Looks Like:
After 30 Days: You've developed a deep understanding of our autonomous rail platform, backend architecture, and integration points. You've mapped out key architectural challenges and priorities. After 60 Days: You've designed the foundational architecture of the enterprise layer and gained cross-functional alignment. You've begun implementation of the integration framework with key external systems. After 90 Days: You've delivered core functionality of the enterprise backend in simulation and test environments, and you're guiding the roadmap for continued scaling and integration with live deployments. Basic Requirements:
8+ years of experience in backend or systems-level software development, including 3+ years in an architecture or technical leadership role. Proven experience designing and scaling backend infrastructure for mission-critical applications. Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerized environments (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes, Docker). Strong communication skills and ability to align technical direction across multidisciplinary teams. Preferred Qualifications:
Production experience with Rust or a strong desire to architect in Rust. Experience integrating with industrial, transportation, or logistics systems such as SCADA, TMS, or rail control platforms. Background in safety-critical software environments such as autonomy, aerospace, or industrial control. Knowledge of relevant rail systems or standards (e.g., PTC, ERTMS) is a significant plus. Target Salary Range: $150,000 - $212,000 USD Parallel Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any discriminatory factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We work to build an inclusive environment in which all people can come to do their best work. Parallel Systems is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Parallel Systems will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact your recruiter.
Parallel Systems is pioneering autonomous battery-electric rail vehicles designed to transform freight transportation by shifting portions of the $900 billion U.S. trucking industry onto rail. Our innovative technology offers cleaner, safer, and more efficient logistics solutions. Join our dynamic team and help shape a smarter, greener future for global freight. Responsibilities:
Architect and oversee the development of a scalable, fault-tolerant backend system to connect autonomous rail operations with enterprise and control infrastructure. Design clean interfaces and robust data exchange mechanisms with third-party systems (e.g., train control, yard logistics, customer TMS). Lead the selection of technologies, frameworks, and architectural patterns for backend services. Define and enforce system-level architectural standards across teams, ensuring security, performance, and maintainability. Collaborate with engineering, product, and external stakeholders to translate complex requirements into reliable, production-grade systems. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to backend engineers; review code and design proposals. Stay current with relevant standards and best practices in enterprise integration, distributed systems, and cloud architectures. What Success Looks Like:
After 30 Days: You've developed a deep understanding of our autonomous rail platform, backend architecture, and integration points. You've mapped out key architectural challenges and priorities. After 60 Days: You've designed the foundational architecture of the enterprise layer and gained cross-functional alignment. You've begun implementation of the integration framework with key external systems. After 90 Days: You've delivered core functionality of the enterprise backend in simulation and test environments, and you're guiding the roadmap for continued scaling and integration with live deployments. Basic Requirements:
8+ years of experience in backend or systems-level software development, including 3+ years in an architecture or technical leadership role. Proven experience designing and scaling backend infrastructure for mission-critical applications. Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerized environments (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes, Docker). Strong communication skills and ability to align technical direction across multidisciplinary teams. Preferred Qualifications:
Production experience with Rust or a strong desire to architect in Rust. Experience integrating with industrial, transportation, or logistics systems such as SCADA, TMS, or rail control platforms. Background in safety-critical software environments such as autonomy, aerospace, or industrial control. Knowledge of relevant rail systems or standards (e.g., PTC, ERTMS) is a significant plus. Target Salary Range: $150,000 - $212,000 USD Parallel Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any discriminatory factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We work to build an inclusive environment in which all people can come to do their best work. Parallel Systems is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Parallel Systems will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact your recruiter.