What it’s like here
We lead with trust, treat each other with respect, and use candor consistently, kindly, and constructively. We care deeply about our work, and we find genuine satisfaction in doing it well. Above all, we take ownership—because we feel the weight of collective results personally. We are looking for people who share these values and are eager to put them into practice.
What we’re looking for
A BS degree in computer science, machine learning, or a related discipline and 2+ years of relevant experience
Proficiency in Python and libraries like PyTorch, TensorFlow, and/or scikit-learn
Proficiency in software engineering fundamentals and at least one systems programming language (e.g., Go, Rust, C++, Java, Scala, etc.)
Experience contributing to data-centric systems (e.g., data engineering, data cleaning, ETL pipelines, machine learning, and other production analytics)
Exposure to modern software engineering tools and processes
Active Secret (or above) US security clearance and US citizenship
The following isn’t required, but we’d love to see it
An advanced degree in data science, machine learning, computer science, or a related discipline
Knowledge of relevant architectures and design patterns for client-server systems
Experience implementing and deploying software into containerized or cloud environments via Docker, K8s, or similar
Experience applying machine learning to unstructured data (imagery, video, other) and/or building agentic systems
You will be hybrid or on site at our Austin, Texas, office. This role requires travel up to 30% of the time.
Compensation
The anticipated base pay range for this position is $140,000–$165,000/year. Striveworks’ total compensation package includes a competitive base salary, equity grants, and cash bonuses.
Benefits include
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Voluntary life, long-term disability, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
HSA and FSA (including dependent care FSA) plans
401(k) plan
Unlimited PTO
Paid parental leave
Ready to build systems that work for a mission that matters? Let’s talk.
Striveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, belief, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, social or ethnic origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. Striveworks will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.
If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact People Operations at hr@striveworks.us.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete an employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Striveworks is a participating employer in the E-Verify program.
