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Welcome systems thinkers. System builds software to help the world see and solve anything as a system, starting in healthcare. We are a Public Benefit Corporation driven by purpose and shaped by values. We hire systems thinkers who are motivated by our purpose, share our values, and have the skills to advance our mission. At System, engineers own, design, and deliver highly scalable software alongside a world-class team — and we are always interested in meeting people ready to make an impact on the future of science and data. As a Software Engineer at System, you will: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain scalable software systems Build resilient infrastructure for serving data at scale and with high availability Drive technical planning and contribute to the overall engineering strategy Develop and maintain continuous integration and deployment processes Work on innovative solutions for advanced and challenging data and systems problems Contribute to code reviews, unit testing, and development strategies in an agile environment Influence culture, recruit new engineers, and help shape a rapidly growing startup The ideal candidate has: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field 3+ years of experience in software engineering Strong experience with at least one modern programming language such as Python, TypeScript, or Go Experience designing and building REST APIs or distributed systems A deep understanding of systems design, data structures, and algorithms Knowledge of cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and infrastructure as code Ability to be flexible, rational, and open-minded Bonus if you have: Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes Knowledge of microservice architecture and design principles Experience deploying, monitoring, and supporting production services Familiarity with data migrations while maintaining service availability Experience working with knowledge graphs or graph databases You might be a fit if you: Think in systems — mapping feedback loops, interdependencies, and second-order effects comes naturally to you Are motivated by purpose-driven work, particularly at the intersection of technology and healthcare Believe technology should be a force for good and are drawn to the Public Benefit Corporation model Hold yourself and your work to a values-first standard, not just a deliverables-first one Lead with first principles and are comfortable questioning assumptions others take for granted See complexity as an invitation, not an obstacle — you thrive when problems are messy and interconnected Care about the downstream effects of what you build — on users, on systems, on society Operate with intellectual humility — always learning, always open to being wrong Compensation: Commensurate with experience and level. About System We aspire to help the world see itself differently and build a more responsible and values-driven model of a tech company. We are backed by top-tier VCs in Silicon Valley and New York and leading angel investors and founded by the former VP Data at Spotify. To learn more about what motivates our social mission, we invite you to read our blog here . We believe in the power of autonomous, interdisciplinary, and diverse teams; in agile development; and in leading with values, first principles, and clear high-level priorities backed by data. We believe in cultivating a growth mindset for our team — always learning, improving, being challenged, and having opportunities for professional and personal development. System Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace, in person and online, free from discrimination. We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and a better product for our users. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Job applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America and must maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.