Senior Software Engineer, Backend

About the role

CMT is seeking a senior-level backend Software Engineer to produce scalable software solutions to reliably collect, process, and manage data from sensors on smartphones and connected devices in vehicles. In this role, you will design architecture, build back-end applications, and build features and applications that meet the needs of our customers. If you’re interested in using your skills to make the world's roads and drivers safer, we’d like to meet you.

CMT is looking for a Senior Software Engineer, Backend to help us change the world. CMT has helped protect over 65 million drivers and prevent over 126,000 crashes worldwide. We build AI to solve some of the most difficult challenges in mobility — understanding and reducing risk, detecting crashes, and getting people life-saving help. The problems are hard. The impact is real. No matter your role, your work will matter at CMT.

Responsibilities:

Solve complex problems and transform them into business solutions in collaboration with team members

Analyze and translate business and functional specifications and change requests into technical specifications suitable for implementation

Able to independently transform complex technical requirements into smaller implementable pieces; able to implement performant software solutions that are maintainable, scalable, reliable and testable

Participate in code and design reviews

Train and guide junior developers on proper software development procedures and methods

Follow company defined development and operational standards and processes

Provide on-call support during business critical emergency scenarios. Support and troubleshoot production issues as needed

Complete any additional tasks as they arise

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience and/or certification in Computer Science or related field

4+ years of relevant working experience in software engineering, with a focus on backend applications, services, and APIs

Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Golang, and/or Rust

Experience with SQL databases in a production setting

Experience working with services in AWS

Ability to commute to our Cambridge, MA office 3 days per week

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Compensation and Benefits:

Fair and competitive salary based on skills and experience, and annual performance bonus

Equity may be awarded in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, matching 401k, short-term & long-term disability and parental leave

Unlimited Paid Time Off including vacation, sick days & public holidays

Flexible scheduling and work from home policy depending on role and responsibilities

Base Salary Range

The base salary range for this position is: $139,300 to $174,100. This range is specifically for Cambridge, MA

Additional Perks:

Work on a mission with real impact: crashes prevented, injuries avoided, lives protected around the world

Join an industry leader — 65 million drivers protected, powering 140+ programs across 25 countries

Recognized innovator in mobility AI, earning top honors including the TIME Industry Leader in AI, a Gold Edison Award, and the Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award for AI for Social Good. CMT is also Great Place to Work Certified

Be part of the team inventing the future of mobility and road safety

Move fast, own outcomes, do work that matters

High ownership, small teams, and direct access to leadership — no layers between your work and its impact

Unlimited PTO, flexible scheduling, competitive salary, annual performance bonus, RSUs, and full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k match

Summer Fridays provide team members with half days to recharge

Join one of our employee resource groups: Black, AAPI, LGBTQIA+, Women, Book Club, and Health & Wellness

Comprehensive wellness, education, and employee assistance programs

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

At CMT, we believe the best ideas come from a mix of backgrounds and perspectives.

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a workplace and culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their unique talents and perspectives. Diversity is essential to our success, and we actively seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our growing team.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability state. CMT is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. To learn more, visit www.cmtelematics.com and follow us on Instagram @cmt.ai

About Cambridge Mobile Telematics:

Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT) is the world’s largest telematics and AI company for safer mobility. Its mission is to make the world’s roads and drivers safer. The company’s AI-driven platform, DriveWell Fusion®, proactively identifies and reduces driving risk, leading to fewer crashes and injuries. To date, CMT’s technology has helped prevent over 126,000 crashes worldwide. CMT enables partners to measure risk, detect crashes, provide life-saving assistance, and streamline claims. Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, CMT operates globally with offices in Budapest, Hungary; Chennai, India; Seattle, Washington; Tokyo, Japan; and Zagreb, Croatia. Learn more at www.cmt.ai.