Senior Software Engineer

About the role

Redwood Materials is committed to creating a sustainable and localized battery supply chain that emphasizes recovery, reuse, and recycling. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be a key contributor in replacing legacy systems with custom-built solutions tailored to support North America's largest battery recycling operation. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and scalability of the company's manufacturing processes, which are valued at over $3 billion. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining software applications that streamline warehouse management, procurement workflows, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) system integrations. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, and product management, to deliver reliable, scalable, and innovative software solutions. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your technical expertise will help shape the future of sustainable battery recycling and manufacturing.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Take full ownership of features and projects from initial conception through design, implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance, ensuring they operate effectively in a production environment.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code primarily using Python and React, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Participate actively in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring code quality across the team.
• Design, develop, and maintain APIs to facilitate seamless integration between various internal systems, including warehouse management, procurement, and ERP platforms.
• Collaborate closely with domain experts, product managers, and stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and software solutions.
• Contribute to technical design discussions, helping to define architecture, data models, and system workflows that support scalable and reliable operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise in production, performing root cause analysis and implementing fixes to improve system stability and performance.
• Monitor system health and reliability, implementing enhancements to optimize system uptime and responsiveness.
• Work remotely with the team, participating in regular virtual meetings, planning sessions, and code collaboration.
• Occasionally travel to the company's office in Nevada for planning, team engagement, or project kick-offs, with an estimated travel frequency of about one week per quarter.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their applicability to the company's needs and recommending improvements or new approaches.
• Document technical designs, APIs, and processes clearly to ensure knowledge sharing within the team and across departments.
• Support the integration of new hardware or software tools as needed to improve operational workflows.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and high-quality software development practices.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software engineering or a related field.
• Proven proficiency in Python, with extensive experience developing production-grade applications.
• Strong experience with React for building user interfaces and front-end components.
• Hands-on experience deploying and managing applications on AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Solid understanding of API design principles, RESTful services, and system integration techniques.
• Ability to work independently in a remote-first environment, making pragmatic technical decisions aligned with business goals.
• Excellent written communication skills for documenting technical specifications, API documentation, and project updates.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex issues in production environments and implement effective solutions.
• Willingness to travel to Nevada approximately once per quarter for about one week, supporting team collaboration and project planning.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle, version control systems, and agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with enterprise software systems, supply chain management, or manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing requirements and prioritize tasks effectively.

Nice to have

• Experience working with ERP systems, warehouse management systems, or procurement platforms.
• Background in manufacturing, logistics, or recycling industries, providing domain-specific insights.
• Knowledge of event-driven architecture, workflow orchestration, or automation frameworks.
• Interest or experience in AI-assisted development or machine learning applications.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to deliver results under tight deadlines and in uncertain situations.
• Prior experience working in distributed or remote engineering teams, demonstrating strong collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Understanding of data analytics and visualization tools relevant to manufacturing or supply chain data.

Skills & tools

• Python, React, AWS cloud services, API design, RESTful services, version control (e.g., Git), agile development practices, remote collaboration tools, troubleshooting and debugging skills.

Practical notes

In accordance with California pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is $180,000 to $237,500 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, and skills. This is a full-time position with benefits, and the company provides a comprehensive package to support employee well-being. The role involves working on-site in McCarran, NV, or San Francisco, California, and occasional travel to Nevada for about one week per quarter. During the application process, we collect personal information from candidates, which is used solely to facilitate employment opportunities. For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact privacy@redwoodmaterials.com.