Backend Software Engineer - Mobile at Perplexity AI

San Francisco, California, United States

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$200,000 – $250,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Software, Artificial Intelligence, SearchIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess strong experience with Python, extensive knowledge of databases and caching systems, and demonstrable experience working with AWS cloud infrastructure at scale. Furthermore, they must have experience with high-scale data and non-deterministic systems, such as LLMs, and a minimum of 4 years of engineering experience.

Responsibilities

The Backend Software Engineer will be responsible for building scalable systems to ingest and process data from various sources, optimizing interfaces that interact with databases and caching systems, collaborating with product managers and other stakeholders to understand requirements, working closely with AI, Search, and Data Science teams to iterate on systems, managing a complex orchestration system, and scaling, optimizing, and load balancing multiple services with rapidly changing needs.

Skills

Python

PostgreSQL

DynamoDB

Redis

FastAPI

AWS

Scalability

Data Ingestion

Database Optimization

Caching

Orchestration

LLMs

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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