Backend Product Engineer at Perplexity AI

San Francisco, California, United States

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$200,000 – $250,000Compensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Internet Search, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess strong experience with Python, databases and caching, experience working with high scale data and nondeterministic systems like LLMs, and experience with infrastructure at scale, ideally Kubernetes. A minimum of 4 years of engineering experience is required.

Responsibilities

The Backend Product Engineer will be responsible for building systems that ingest and process data from the web and other sources, maintaining and optimizing interfaces that interact with databases and caching systems, working closely with all clients and frontend engineers to understand product requirements, collaborating with machine learning and data science teams to iterate on nondeterministic systems, managing a complex orchestration system with many moving parts and interfaces, and scaling and load balancing multiple services with rapidly changing needs.

Skills

Python

PostgreSQL

DynamoDB

Redis

Kubernetes

Data Ingestion

Data Processing

Databases

Caching Systems

High-Scale Data

Nondeterministic Systems

LLMs

Infrastructure at Scale

Orchestration Systems

Load Balancing

Perplexity AI

Advanced answer engine providing reliable information

About Perplexity AI

Perplexity AI provides an advanced answer engine that delivers accurate and reliable responses to user queries. The platform uses current sources to ensure the information is both precise and relevant. It caters to a wide audience, including individuals looking for quick answers and businesses needing detailed information. Unlike many competitors, Perplexity AI emphasizes high-quality, source-backed answers, making it a valuable resource for users seeking trustworthy data. The company's goal is to meet the increasing demand for immediate access to reliable information, generating revenue through subscription fees, advertising, and partnerships.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

$890MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Consumer SoftwareIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Company Equity

Risks

Pending copyright infringement class action poses legal and financial challenges.

Competition from Google's AI Mode could impact user retention and market share.

Otterly.AI's brand visibility tool may pressure Perplexity to maintain high performance.

Differentiation

Perplexity AI integrates large language models with search engines for precise responses.

The platform offers an open-source environment, enhancing public access to AI tools.

Perplexity's strategic acquisition of Carbon boosts its data connectivity capabilities.

Upsides

Partnership with Tripadvisor enhances travel planning with personalized recommendations.

$500M funding round increases valuation to $9 billion, supporting growth and innovation.

Integration with FactSet attracts financial clients with enhanced data accessibility.

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