[Remote] Applied AI Engineer at Forward Financing

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Technology, FintechIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline. A strong background as a backend software engineer with proficiency in Python, along with experience in designing and developing scalable backend systems, APIs, and distributed services, is required. A solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, container orchestration, and AI ecosystem components, including foundational model providers and AI APIs, is essential. Practical expertise in integrating third-party AI services, managing complex dependencies, and a test-and-learn mindset for rapid prototyping are also necessary. Excellent communication skills are needed to convey technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

The Applied AI Engineer will architect and develop systems, tools, and agents that leverage foundational AI models to deliver impactful AI-powered solutions. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining backend services and APIs for AI features, and implementing scalable backend architecture for AI workflows, automation, and data processing. The engineer will integrate AI services into complex technology stacks, including microservices, AWS, and data systems, and enable rapid test-and-learn cycles through experimentation frameworks. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, staying updated on AI advancements, and documenting system designs and integration patterns are key responsibilities.

Skills

Machine Learning

Python

Backend Development

API Design

AWS

Snowflake

Microservices

System Design

Scalability

Data Processing

Foundational Models

OpenAI

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Hugging Face

Forward Financing

Provides fast funding solutions for small businesses

About Forward Financing

Forward Financing offers fast and flexible funding solutions to small businesses in the United States, focusing on those who may not qualify for traditional bank loans. Their main product is a merchant cash advance, which provides a lump sum of cash in exchange for a percentage of future sales, allowing for quick funding often within 24 hours. Unlike traditional lenders, Forward Financing operates in the alternative lending space, providing a more accessible application process, though at higher fees due to the increased risk. The company's goal is to support small business growth by offering reliable funding while adhering to high ethical standards.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters

2012Year Founded

$365MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

201-500Employees