Backend Lead - Python - Dallas, TX
PhotonDallas, Texas, United States
Posted January 9, 2026
46000 - 162000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Photon is a global leader in AI and digital solutions, accelerating AI adoption and enabling Fortune 100 clients to stay agile and future-ready. With expertise in IoT, API management, big data analytics, and more, Photon combines AI management, digital innovation, and engineering excellence to drive lasting transformation for F500 clients across billions of touchpoints daily. Employing thousands worldwide, Photon's comprehensive suite of services positions them as a distinctive player in the converging digital and AI landscape.
Job Description
We are looking for a Backend Lead to architect and build the robust infrastructure required to power our Agentic AI products.
Requirements
- 10+ years of professional backend experience
- Expert-level knowledge of Asynchronous Programming (Asyncio), Pydantic (v2), and Pytest
- Hands-on experience building production-grade applications with LangChain or similar orchestration libraries
- Proficiency in PostgreSQL (relational) and at least one Vector Database
- Strong knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and serverless architectures within AWS, Azure, or GCP
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Variable pay/incentives
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays