Senior Platform Engineer - IOT Team

About us:

Fresco's goal is to simplify cooking so everyone can enjoy more mealtimes at home. We believe that when more people cook, they and the people around them are happier, healthier, and live more sustainably.   
That is why Fresco is bringing appliances, recipes, and multiple brands together into one platform, KitchenOS, to create the most seamless and effortless experience for home cooks. 

Fresco is already working with some of the biggest appliance brands including Panasonic, Viking, Kenwood, and Instant Pot Brands to deliver Fresco-connected cooking to their customers and are always adding more brands and appliances.

Fresco has offices in Dublin and Madrid with many more Frescolleagues dotted across the world, spreading the love of home cooking through technology wherever we go. 

At Fresco, we understand that people are what makes food great. People are also what makes our company great. If you want to join our team, apply now and serve up your best work at Fresco.

About the job:

Fresco is looking for a Senior Platform Engineer for our IoT Team with Python and AWS experience to drive the design and development of the next generation of our multi-sided smart kitchen platform: the Fresco KitchenOS. Fresco is experiencing significant growth as an end-to-end IoT and guided cooking platform providing award-winning capabilities and experiences for appliance manufacturers, recipe producers, and home cooks.

If you love technology, food, AI and platforms and if you yearn for pioneering, career-defining work in a fast-moving, diverse and progressive working environment, then this role should interest you.

You will be based out of our Madrid office or remotely within Spain, reporting to the IoT Engineering Lead, who is also based in Spain.

Calling all passionate engineers!

Do you dream of using technology to revolutionize the way we cook? Fresco, a fast-growing leader in end-to-end IoT and guided cooking, is on a mission to create the next generation of smart kitchens with Fresco KitchenOS.

This is your chance to be a pioneer in this exciting space. Imagine building a multi-sided platform that empowers not just home cooks, but also appliance manufacturers and recipe developers!

Here's why you'll love working at Fresco:

• Food, Tech, and AI: Combine your passions for technology, food, and artificial intelligence in a groundbreaking role.
• Career-Defining Work: This is more than just a job; it's a chance to shape the future of smart kitchens.
• Diverse & Progressive: Join a vibrant team in our Madrid office (or remotely within Spain) that values innovation and inclusion.

As a Senior Platform Engineer, you'll:

• Architect the Future: Design and develop a world-class platform that scales to support millions of users.
• Engineer for Engineers: Craft solutions that are not just powerful, but also make your team's lives easier.
• Seamless System Builder: Design and prototype interconnected components, from firmware to databases and APIs.
• Collaborative Leader: Inspire your team, foster open communication, and drive innovation.
• Cross-functional Mastermind: Work seamlessly with the IoT team to bring KitchenOS to life.

We're looking for someone with:

• 3+ years of experience building highly scalable distributed systems for IoT (think 1 million+ devices!).
• 3+ years of experience architecting and deploying secure IoT platforms.
• Python & AWS pro: You're fluent in both Python and AWS services like IoT Core, S3, DynamoDB, and Lambda.
• Data whiz: You understand data platform architectures and can translate them into real-world applications.
• Security champion: Building secure IoT platforms is second nature to you.
• Communication maestro: You can clearly explain complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative spirit: You thrive in a team environment and enjoy mentoring others.
• Problem-solving expert: You can identify, diagnose, and troubleshoot complex platform issues.
• A hunger to learn: You're passionate about staying ahead of the curve.
• Fluent English is a must.

Bonus points if you have:

• A Bachelor's degree in software development or a related field.
• Experience as a data or systems architect.
• A knack for asynchronous platforms.
• An infectious enthusiasm for APIs.

Ready to cook up the future of smart kitchens? Apply now!

Fresco is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Fresco will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@frescocooks.com

What’s it like working at Fresco?

We get a lot done by prioritising well and being effective instead of busy. We care deeply about our customers and the product experiences we provide. We treat each other with respect, speak our minds, and always listen to each other—regardless of function or seniority. We are authentic, humble, and most importantly, trust each other to do a great job. 

Like with any good meal, a career at Fresco is both rich and rewarding, with many opportunities and room for growth. If you’re ready to serve up your best work at Fresco, get in touch! 

What you’ll get.

• The chance to work at a hyper-growth, venture-backed startup in a budding industry
• The ability to feel true purpose in your work and generate success on a global platform
• Competitive compensation
• Meaningful share options as part of our Employee Share Option Scheme
• A stipend each year to level up your skills–courses, conferences, books, screencasts, or whatever challenges you
• A flexible, hybrid work model to suit your needs
• The opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the world for up to 1 month per year

Just like the ingredients in our kitchen, we believe that diversity of ideas is what makes the workplace great. Fresco is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates from a range of national, ethnic, or cultural groups. This job description works as a guide for the caliber of person we need, but we also understand that skills are transferable. If you are an exceptional candidate with mismatching experience, please apply and explain why you would be a great fit for Fresco.