Senior Backend Software Engineer
About the Role
As a key member of our engineering team, you will play a pivotal role in designing and scaling our core systems. You will work closely with AI researchers, data scientists, and frontend engineers to develop APIs, data pipelines, and services that form the foundation of our platform.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and implement scalable, reliable RESTful APIs
* Containerize and deploy applications using Docker, supporting a microservices architecture
* Optimize data models and manage relational databases (primarily MySQL)
* Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams—experience with GCP and/or AWS is a strong plus
* Write clean, testable, and maintainable code following best practices and version control standards (Git)
* Participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers
* Contribute to architectural decisions with a focus on scalability, performance, and reliability
Requirements:
* 5+ years of experience in backend software development
* Strong proficiency in both Python and Node.js
* Solid experience with containerization (Docker) and building microservices
* Deep understanding of MySQL or similar relational databases
* Familiarity with cloud platforms such as GCP and/or AWS
* Strong knowledge of Git and collaborative development practices
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment
* Self-starter with a problem-solving mindset and strong sense of ownership
Benefits
You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a talented team of engineers. We offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and contribute to the success of our company.
Others
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.