About this role
The Staff Data Platform Engineer - AI Platform role at TRM Labs involves joining the Data Platform Serving team to operate, tune, and scale the StarRocks-backed serving layer powering government cloud investigations. This remote position within the United States suits an independent distributed systems engineer experienced in high-availability environments and AI-assisted engineering workflows.
Role Overview
TRM Labs provides AI-powered intelligence solutions that help public and private sector agencies investigate and disrupt crime. In this role, you will work on the StarRocks-backed serving layer that sits underneath government cloud investigations, working alongside the engineer who currently owns this domain solo. You will build hands-on distributed systems experience in a regulated, high-availability government cloud deployment, keeping that environment fast, reliable, and compliant as it scales.
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About the Company
TRM Labs builds intelligence solutions that enable investigators to trace illicit activity, build cases, and construct operating pictures of threat networks. Headquartered in San Francisco, TRM operates as a distributed-first company backed by major investors including Goldman Sachs, Bessemer, Y Combinator, and Thoma Bravo.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit the official TRM Labs careers page and submit your application directly to ensure it reaches the appropriate hiring team.
Questions candidates ask
Is citizenship required for this role?
Yes, U.S. citizenship is required for this role due to government cloud data access requirements.
Where is the position located?
This is a remote position based in the United States.
What core technology stack does the Data Platform Serving team use?
The team works heavily with StarRocks as part of the serving layer supporting government cloud investigations, alongside distributed OLAP systems and AI-assisted workflows.
What is the interview process like at TRM Labs?
The interview process typically includes a recruiter intro, a hiring manager discussion, a first round focusing on core skills, a final round covering craft and problem-solving, and reference checks.
Are external AI assistants permitted during TRM interviews?
The use of external AI tools such as notetakers and interview assistants during TRM interviews is not permitted without prior approval.