Software Engineer - IoT

Lime is the world's largest shared electric vehicle company. We’re on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free. Our electric bikes and scooters have powered 700+ million rides in 250+ cities on 5 continents, replacing an estimated 150+ million car trips. Named a Time 100 Most Influential Company and Fast Company Brand That Matters, Lime continues to set the pace for shared micromobility globally.

We are looking for a Backend Software Engineer to join our team and help us revolutionize the way people move around our cities. As a key member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to design and build the core technology that powers our fleet of connected vehicles. With our rapid global expansion, you’ll play a vital role in crafting backend systems that can process requests from our IoT devices and consumer-facing apps. You will also have the chance to improve our suite of operational tools that enable our distributed workforce to charge, deploy, and maintain our electric vehicles. And the best part? You get an opportunity to work with a talented group of engineers, data scientists, designers, and PMs who are passionate about creating innovative solutions for urban transportation.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in an evolving startup environment. You will be an in the moment problem solver with the ability to think about the short term and long term plan. You're energized about building, scaling, observability and being part of a forward-thinking organization.  

What You'll Do:

• Solve strategically essential technical problems, including building highly scalable foundational platforms, and revamping existing core application experiences.

• Scrutinize and reason clearly about the technology and architecture we make.

• Building scalable, efficient, and stable software to power our electric vehicles and related features.

• Participate in cross-functional collaboration with PMs, Engineers, Design, Data Scientists, Research, and Operations teams.

• Contribute to shaping the overall engineering culture at the company.

About You:

• 1+ years of industry professional software development experience and a track record of building impactful products or systems.

• Skilled at writing logical and maintainable code, and providing clear feedback in code reviews. 

• Customer obsessed. You put the customer first.

• Data driven. You have a strong data insight and rely on data to make decisions.

• Outcomes oriented. You focus on impact.

• Strong collaborator. You understand cross-functional strategies and involve key stakeholders in decision making.

• Technical proficiency to understand the design and implementation of projects and ideas. 

• Excellent communication and effective prioritization skills in working with competing priorities.

• Passionate. You’re passionate about Lime’s mission and micromobility; you want to see cities transform to become people-centric and less polluted.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in IoT-connected devices

• Experience in Ruby and Go

The anticipated salary range for this position is $113,000 - $139,000. Annual performance bonus, equity and benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, depending on the position offered. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s location of residence, the successful candidate's skills, experience and other qualifications. In addition to base salary, some roles may be eligible for a variable performance-bonus based on a combination of company performance, employee performance, and management discretion.

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Why Lime? 

When you join Lime, you join a global community of smart, caring, talented individuals working together to deliver world-changing results; striving to create an experience that enables Limers to do their best work. Here are some ways we support and invest in our team: 

Competitive salaries, performance-based annual bonus and pre-IPO equity

Health and wellness offerings for all team members starting day one including access to top-tier fitness and mindfulness apps

Flexible vacation policies with ample paid holidays tailored to country of residence

Fully-paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child and financial, medical and educational support for Limers pursuing parenthood

Support for retirement and financial goals with unlimited access to financial advisors

Unlimited, complimentary use of our vehicles in hundreds of cities around the world

Professional growth opportunities through quarterly learning days and top-tier tools

Opportunities to connect across teams and locations to network, socialize and volunteer

Culture of belonging with Employee Resource Groups that engage and promote cultural awareness and DEI training across all functions

Consistent recognition of great work through meaningful rewards and career advancements

Benefits and perks vary depending on the nature of your employment and country of residence. Terms and conditions may apply.

If you want to make an impact, Lime is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our career page.

Lime is an Equal Opportunity Employer, but that’s just the start. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That’s why we’re dedicated to hiring and developing the most talented and globally diverse team – which includes individuals with different backgrounds, abilities, identities and experiences. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can email [email protected] for assistance. 

Use of artificial intelligence or an LLM such as ChatGPT during the interview process will be grounds for rejection of your application.