Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Product)

We're seeking a Staff Software Engineer with experience in Python to lead the development, deployment, and management of web services and infrastructure that empower AI-driven products and initiatives. As part of our dynamic engineering team, you'll collaborate closely with AI researchers, product managers, and technologists to deliver innovative solutions that transform the experiences of end-user professionals and enterprise clients across diverse industries.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in developing and architecting large-scale web services, preferably with exposure to supporting AI systems.
• Holds a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field.
• Demonstrates strong expertise in databases, distributed systems, backend performance optimization, and familiarity with backend requirements for machine learning infrastructure.
• Expert proficiency in Python or other programming languages such as Go, Java, or C++.
• Has extensive experience with web frameworks like Django and is comfortable integrating systems with technologies such as MySQL, Redis, Elasticsearch, Kafka, and Cassandra, particularly in support of AI workflows.
• Demonstrates a solid understanding of database internals, transactions, indexing, and experience in schema design optimized for AI data workloads.
• Has hands-on experience deploying and managing services on AWS, particularly those interfacing with machine learning platforms.
• Is driven by ownership and passionate about delivering impactful solutions from conception to deployment, especially in collaborative environments with AI-focused teams.
• Brings substantial production server experience or equivalent backend expertise to the table.
• Has excellent communication skills, a genuine curiosity for technology, and meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance