Backend Engineer

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Backend Software Engineer to join our innovative development team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and maintaining robust backend systems that power cutting-edge applications. Your expertise will drive the creation of scalable, efficient, and secure solutions that enhance user experiences and support business growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to impactful projects, this is your opportunity to make a difference!

Responsibilities:

• Design and build core features for a composite AI platform, including agent-based systems, LLM integrations, and retrieval augmented generation (RAG).

• Define and own the technical vision and roadmap for the platform, making architectural decisions that enable scalability, reliability, and long-term evolution.

• Establish and promote engineering best practices, coding standards, architectural patterns, and AI assisted development techniques to ensure system quality at scale.

• Act as a senior technical leader, providing guidance on complex engineering and architectural trade-offs and shaping the overall technical direction.

• Develop high impact software solutions to address complex, mission critical business problems.

Requirements:

• Deep experience designing and operating large‑scale, production‑grade backend systems, with a strong understanding of distributed systems.

• Strong proficiency in Python and Go, applied to building reliable, scalable backend services.

• Demonstrated experience building and owning software from 0‑to‑1, taking systems from initial concept through production and ongoing ownership.

• Proven ability to influence technical direction and architecture at a senior or cross‑team level.

• Ability to clearly connect engineering decisions to business and product outcomes.

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Employee assistance program

• Health insurance

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