Senior Software Engineer (C++ Focus)

4 Days ago • 3 Years + • Backend Development • $200,000 PA - $250,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Inworld seeks a Senior Software Engineer with a C++ focus to design, develop, and maintain high-performance C++ libraries and applications for on-device ML and edge AI deployment. Responsibilities include optimizing performance-critical code, collaborating with cross-functional teams, developing scalable architectures, writing clean and maintainable code, debugging, contributing to R&D for model size reduction, participating in code reviews, and staying updated on emerging technologies. The role requires expertise in C++, data structures, algorithms, distributed services, multithreading, and software development best practices. Experience with Golang, Python, and machine learning concepts is preferred. The position is hybrid in Mountain View, CA.
Must have:
  • 3+ years C++ experience
  • Data structures & algorithms
  • Scalable distributed services
  • Modern C++ & multithreading
  • Software development best practices
Good to have:
  • Golang or Python
  • Machine learning concepts
  • Bazel knowledge
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details

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Why Join Inworld

Inworld is the leading provider of AI technology for real-time interactive experiences, with a $500 million valuation and backing from top tier investors including Intel Capital, Microsoft’s M12 fund, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Section 32, BITKRAFT Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, Founders Fund, and First Spark Ventures.

Inworld provides the market’s best framework for building production ready interactive experiences, coupled with dedicated services to optimize specific stages of development – from design and development, to ML pipeline optimization and custom compute infrastructure. We help developers bring their AI engines in-house with a framework optimized for real-time data ingestion, low latency, and massive scale. Inworld powers experiences built by Ubisoft, NVIDIA, Niantic, NetEase Games and LG, among others, and has partnerships with key industry players such as Microsoft Xbox, Epic Games, and Unity. 

Inworld was recognized by CB Insights as one of the 100 most promising AI companies in the world in 2024 and was named among LinkedIn's Top Startups of 2024 in the USA.

Qualifications

  • BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering or related technical field.
  • 3+ years of professional experience with C++ and related build tools (knowing, Bazel is a big plus).
  • Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, design patterns, and OOP principles.
  • Experience designing and implementing scalable distributed services.
  • Proficiency with modern C++ standards, multithreading, and memory management.
  • Knowledge of software development best practices (testing, code reviews, CI/CD).
  • Familiarity with containerization, cloud infrastructure, and database systems.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities.
  • Experience with additional backend languages such as Golang or Python (preferred).
  • Understanding of common machine learning concepts (preferred).
  • Available for hybrid work in Mountain View.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain high-performance C++ libraries and applications.
  • Create efficient C++ solutions for on-device ML and edge AI deployment.
  • Optimize performance-critical code paths for low-latency real-time applications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement new features and integrate AI capabilities.
  • Develop scalable architectures that balance computational needs with device limitations.
  • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
  • Debug and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Contribute to R&D for reducing model size while maintaining quality.
  • Participate in code reviews and the full development lifecycle from prototyping to production.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and trends, including AI.

In-office location: Mountain View, CA, United States.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $200,000 - $250,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your targeted location during the hiring process.

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About The Company

Inworld powers AI-driven gameplay for video games and immersive experiences. 


Whether you’re looking to unlock novel gameplay, create content at scale, improve player immersion, or future proof your AI infrastructure, Inworld helps uplevel your game development with AI.


Inworld has worked with Xbox, Ubisoft, NVIDIA, NetEase Games, Niantic, LG UPlus, Alpine Electronics, and indie game developers to create AI-driven experiences. We’re backed by top-tier investors including Section 32, Intel Capital, Microsoft’s M12 fund, BITKRAFT Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, Founders Fund,and First Spark Ventures. 


The Inworld product suite includes: 


Inworld Engine powers real-time experiences with groundbreaking game mechanics, dynamic NPCs, and worlds that evolve with each action. AI NPCs can learn and adapt, deliver nuanced performances, perceive the world around them, and autonomously initiate actions based on players' decisions. 


Inworld Studio consists of a suite of tools that enhance game design. Using AI to streamline workflows, the Studio enables developers to workshop, draft, and outline storylines, narratives, dialogue, quests, and more.  


Inworld Core is our custom solution for future-proof AI infrastructure, including custom models, training, serving and security.

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