Lead Engineer, Computational Knowledge Graph

Who We Are & Why Join UsAvathon is the leading Industrial AI autonomy platform, helping customers across heavy industries -- energy, mining, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and logistics -- accelerate the journey toward autonomous operations. Our platform is built on a Computational Knowledge Graph foundation that contextualizes and connects operational data across siloed systems, bringing together time series, structured, unstructured, and machine vision data to power AI-driven applications in asset performance management, supply chain intelligence, visual AI, and global trade management. With capabilities spanning digital twins, normal behavior modeling, natural language processing, and computer vision, Avathon delivers real-time predictive intelligence and agentic decision-making at industrial scale.Cutting-Edge AI Innovation -- Join a team at the forefront of AI, developing groundbreaking solutions that shape the future. High-Growth Environment -- Thrive in a fast-scaling startup where agility, collaboration, and rapid professional growth are the norm. Meaningful Impact -- Work on AI-driven projects that drive real change across industries and improve lives.Learn more at: avathon.comAbout Neon -- Our Computational Knowledge Graph PlatformNeon is Avathon's proprietary Computational Knowledge Graph (CKG) platform that combines:Knowledge Graph -- A network of connected facts, entities, and relationshipsComputation Graph -- Complex analytics and computations defined on top of the knowledge graphNeon powers decision-intelligence applications across supply chain, manufacturing, and energy domains. It enables multi-hop graph traversals, nested data operations, real-time analytics, and seamless integration with ML/AI pipelines.About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced CKG Lead Engineer to help design, develop, and scale our Neon platform. In this role, you will work on the full-stack development of our knowledge graph platform, from ontology design and schema modeling to query optimization and Python integration. You will collaborate with data scientists, product managers, and customers to build solutions that leverage Neon's unique computational capabilities. This is a mid-senior level position (5-7 years experience) that combines technical leadership with hands-on development.You WillDesign and implement knowledge graph schemas, ontologies, and data models for complex domains (supply chain, manufacturing BOM, logistics)Develop and optimize IQL (Intermediate Query Language) queries for multi-hop graph traversals, joins, and aggregationsBuild data ingestion pipelines to populate and maintain knowledge graphs from diverse data sourcesImplement computational functions and analytics on top of the knowledge graphIntegrate Neon with Python/NumPy for advanced analytics and ML model integrationDesign and build APIs to expose knowledge graph capabilities to downstream applicationsOptimize query performance for large-scale datasets (1M+ records)Collaborate with product and data science teams to translate business requirements into graph solutionsMentor team members on IQL, graph modeling, and Neon best practicesContribute to platform roadmap and architectural decisionsYou'll Have5-7 years of software engineering experience, with at least 2 years working with graph technologies or knowledge graphsStrong proficiency in Python programmingExperience with graph databases or knowledge graph platforms (Neo4j, Amazon Neptune, TigerGraph, or similar)Understanding of ontology design, schema modeling, and graph data structuresExperience with SQL and query optimizationFamiliarity with REST APIs and web services architectureExperience with cloud platforms (GCP preferred, AWS or Azure acceptable)Strong problem-solving skills and ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutionsExcellent communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teamsBS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fieldPreferred QualificationsExperience with RDF, SPARQL, or semantic web technologiesKnowledge of NLP/NER pipelines for entity extraction and relationship miningExperience with ML model integration and MLOpsFamiliarity with supply chain, manufacturing, or BOM data structuresExperience with time series data and IoT integrationKnowledge of graph algorithms (shortest path, centrality, community detection)Experience with data visualization for graph structuresContributions to open-source graph or knowledge management projectsKey TechnologiesCategoryTechnologiesLanguagesPython (primary), Scala, IQLGraph PlatformsNeon/Maana (proprietary), Neo4j conceptsCloudGCP (primary), AWS, AzureDataSQL, NoSQL, Time Series DBsAPIsREST, GraphQL conceptsML IntegrationTensorFlow, PyTorch, NumPyCI/CDTravis CI, JenkinsInterview ProcessAs part of the interview process, you will be asked to complete a technical assessment.Benefits & PerksWhat are the benefits and perks at Avathon? Below are some highlights we offer to our U.S. full-time employees -- we'd love to connect and share more!Evolving culture with the opportunity to drive new ideas and technologyStock Option GrantsMedical Coverage and Parental Leave Plans401k with Employer MatchMonthly Technology AllowanceNewly renovated office space located near Pleasanton, CA -- including fully stocked beverage and snack areasContract and temporary roles are not eligible for the above benefits.CompensationPay Range: $150k - $220k salary annually. Pay for this position is based on a number of factors including geographic location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Location: This role is not remote. Candidates must be based in the Bay Area, CA and are expected to report to our Pleasanton office 5 days a week.Avathon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.Avathon is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us to discuss how we can assist you.