Job Url: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/search/?currentJobId=4366484537&distance=25.0&f_TPR=r86400&f_WT=2&geoId=103644278&keywords=software%20engineer&origin=JOBS_HOME_KEYWORD_HISTORY&start=150 Job Description: Foxglove Share Show more options Backend Engineer (Python, Node.js) United States · 5 hours ago · Over 100 people clicked apply Promoted by hirer · Responses managed off LinkedIn Remote Matches your job preferences, workplace type is Remote. Full-time Matches your job preferences, job type is Full-time. Apply Save Save Backend Engineer (Python, Node.js) at Foxglove Your profile was shared with the job poster. Undo shared profile with the job posterUndo Did you apply? Let us know, and we’ll help you track your application. Yes No Backend Engineer (Python, Node.js) Foxglove · United States (Remote) Apply Save Save Backend Engineer (Python, Node.js) at Foxglove Show more options Your profile is missing required qualifications Show match details Help me update my profile BETA Is this information helpful? Get personalized tips to stand out to hirers Find jobs where you’re a top applicant and tailor your resume with the help of AI. Try Premium for PKR0 About the job About The Company Foxglove is at the forefront of building the essential data infrastructure for robots operating in the real world. As robotics technology transitions from research laboratories into production environments, the demand for robust observability, visualization, and data management tools has become critical. Our mission is to empower robotics and autonomous systems teams by providing cutting-edge tools that facilitate the ingestion, storage, querying, replay, and analysis of vast volumes of multimodal sensor data from live systems and production fleets. Our solutions are instrumental in helping engineers understand robot behavior, diagnose failures, and continuously improve system performance. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and open-source principles, Foxglove is dedicated to accelerating the development and deployment of autonomous systems across industries such as manufacturing, logistics, transportation, and field operations. About The Role We are seeking an experienced and highly adaptable Forward-Deployed Engineer to join our dynamic team at Foxglove. This pivotal role is ideal for a product-minded full-stack engineer who excels in customer-facing environments and enjoys tackling complex technical challenges within robotics and observability domains. As a Forward-Deployed Engineer, you will work directly with strategic clients to integrate and customize Foxglove’s platform within their operational ecosystems. Your responsibilities will include collaborating closely with customer teams to ensure seamless integration, extending our core products based on real-world needs, and providing technical guidance and support. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on development, creative problem-solving, and meaningful customer engagement, positioning you as a trusted engineering partner. Your efforts will directly influence the effectiveness of robotics deployments, enabling clients to harness data insights for operational excellence and innovation. Qualifications 5+ years of professional experience in Python, C++, ROS, and Node.js 3+ years of experience in Robotics or Autonomous systems Proven track record in customer-facing engineering roles, preferably within robotics or autonomous technologies Strong experience in rapid prototyping and iterative delivery with external stakeholders Solid understanding of network and cloud architecture (AWS, GCP, Azure) Experience building and maintaining database-backed REST APIs Ability to own problems end-to-end, identify missing components, and communicate complex technical details effectively Willingness to travel extensively and work on-site with clients as needed Bonus qualifications include experience with multiple database systems and designing SDKs, integration libraries, or internal tooling that enhance service efficiency. Responsibilities Collaborate directly with strategic customers to integrate Foxglove’s platform into their operational workflows Extend and customize our core products based on customer feedback and real-world use cases Provide technical support and guidance during deployment and ongoing operations Participate in upstream development efforts to improve core platform functionalities Develop and maintain robust, scalable software solutions using Python, C++, ROS, and Node.js Design, implement, and optimize network and cloud-based architectures for data ingestion and analysis Create and enhance SDKs, APIs, and internal tools to streamline development cycles Engage with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges Document technical solutions and best practices for internal and customer use Travel to customer sites as required to fa