Software Engineer (Enterprise Applications)

Parallel Systems (Headquarters: Los Angeles, CA)

Rust Software Engineer Enterprise Applications Backend API Distributed Systems Los Angeles Onsite Full-Time Railroad Freight Logistics Back End Engineer Staff Engineer

Company: Parallel Systems is a Series B funded (~$38M) startup based in the Arts District of LA, focused on bringing electric and autonomous solutions to the railroad. We're fundamentally changing how the railroad is perceived and migrating freight from trucking to rail, requiring a high level of creativity to adapt legacy systems to modern solutions. Our team fosters a culture of inclusion, ownership, and technical excellence.

Role: We are seeking a strong Software Engineer to focus on Enterprise Application Development. You will have a high level of ownership and bring innovation to the table. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining backend systems and applications that support our core operations, potentially interfacing with legacy railroad systems and building modern solutions.

Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and improve enterprise software systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
- Manage individual project priorities, deadlines and deliverables.
- Adapt legacy systems for integration with modern, autonomous rail technology.
- Contribute to system architecture and design decisions.

Requirements:
- Strong proficiency in software development, ideally with Rust (our primary language) or a willingness to learn it quickly.
- Experience building scalable, reliable enterprise-level applications.
- Understanding of database systems, APIs, and distributed systems.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment.
- Based in or willing to relocate to Los Angeles, CA (Onsite with Flex Fridays).

Ideal Candidate: A creative problem-solver passionate about building impactful solutions and reshaping the freight industry. You thrive in an environment with high ownership and enjoy tackling complex technical challenges.