Backend engineer at Adaptive

Paris, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Machine Learning, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries

Requirements

Significant experience (at least 6-10 years) in software development
Strong software engineering skills, with a focus on robustness and performance
Strong knowledge and experience of PostgreSQL
Minimal knowledge of Python
A track record of shipping ambitious technical products under tight deadlines
A deep concern for user experience
Passionate about the future of generative AI, and eager to build foundational technology to help machines deliver more singular experiences

Responsibilities

Design, iterate, and implement the backend of our products
Develop high-quality Rust software, with elevated standards of performance and robustness
Construct systematic processes for product development, helping remove unknowns in our strategy
Contribute to our product roadmap aligning the needs of our Commercial Team with the latest advancements from our Technical Team
Report clearly on your work to a distributed collaborative team, with a bias for asynchronous written communication

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Backend EngineeringDistributed SystemsGPU WorkloadsDistributed InferenceDistributed TrainingScalable AbstractionsAPI DevelopmentReinforcement Learning

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location or work arrangement for this role?

This is a preferably in-person role based at our Paris or New York office.

What skills and experience are required for this backend engineer position?

Candidates need significant experience (at least 6-10 years) in software development, strong software engineering skills focused on robustness and performance, strong knowledge of PostgreSQL, and minimal knowledge of Python. Experience developing high-quality Rust software is also key.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Adaptive?

The team prioritizes product quality with a bias for clarity, responsiveness, and robustness, and values self-driven, ambitious individuals. They emphasize asynchronous written communication and collaboration across distributed teams.

What makes a strong candidate for this backend engineer role?

Strong candidates have a track record of shipping ambitious technical products, experience with Rust and PostgreSQL, and the ability to contribute to product roadmaps while working collaboratively in a distributed team. Diverse backgrounds are welcome, even if not perfectly matching the ideal profile.

Adaptive

Financial management platform for construction businesses

About Adaptive

Adaptive.build offers a financial management platform designed for the construction industry, featuring automated bookkeeping, cash flow management, vendor compliance, and real-time budgeting integrated with Quickbooks. It helps builders and remodelers manage job costs, maximize profits, and gain project visibility by simplifying tasks like bill payments and budget tracking. Unlike competitors, Adaptive.build focuses specifically on the unique financial challenges of construction projects, providing a comprehensive solution that saves time and improves accuracy. The company's goal is to enhance financial performance for its users through efficient management tools, operating on a subscription model.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

$25.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Consulting, Financial ServicesIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Equity compensation

401k match

Risks

Procore Technologies' FedRAMP authorization could threaten Adaptive's market share.

The slow payment cycle in construction may impact Adaptive's financial stability.

Reliance on Quickbooks integration poses risks if service disruptions occur.

Differentiation

Adaptive offers automated bookkeeping and cash flow management for construction businesses.

The platform integrates with Quickbooks for streamlined financial operations.

Adaptive allows users to create a draw with cost backup in under a minute.

Upsides

Adaptive closed a $19M Series A to enhance construction finance with AI.

The platform addresses slow payments, a $273 billion issue in construction.

Integration with AI tools can improve budgeting and forecasting accuracy.

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