Software Engineer (Backend- Python)
NavaSalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI, Physical Security, TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience as a backend engineer working on user-facing web products
- Proficiency in Python and frameworks like Flask, Django, or FastAPI
- Experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL APIs, gRPC, and working with real-time communication technologies
- Strong understanding of databases (SQL and NoSQL) and efficient data modeling
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure)
- Ability to troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend performance
- Exposure to front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue.js) to understand end-to-end workflows
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain backend APIs, services, and systems to support user-facing features
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications
- Ensure backend systems are scalable, secure, and performant under high-traffic conditions
- Debug, diagnose, and resolve technical issues across the backend stack
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices
- Implement robust monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to ensure high system reliability
- Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions to drive product innovation
- Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and fostering a culture of excellence
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary for this Software Engineer position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the work location or remote policy for this role?
Engineering teams work from the Redwood City office 3 days per week, with all other Bay Area employees joining on Fridays. In-person time supports collaboration, creativity, and team alignment.
What skills are required for the Backend Software Engineer role?
Expertise in Python and backend technologies is required. The role involves designing scalable APIs and services, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring systems are secure and performant.
What is the company culture like at Ambient.ai?
The company values in-person collaboration for creativity and team alignment, with engineering teams in the Redwood City office 3 days a week and Fridays for Bay Area employees. They foster a culture of excellence through code reviews and architectural contributions.
What makes a strong candidate for this backend engineer position?
Strong candidates have expertise in Python and backend technologies, experience building scalable APIs, and the ability to collaborate with front-end engineers, product managers, and designers while owning key product areas.
Ambient.ai
AI software for proactive physical security
About Ambient.ai
Ambient.ai enhances physical security systems with software that uses artificial intelligence and computer vision. The technology helps security teams shift from reactive to proactive operations by detecting unusual changes in human behavior and locations, without relying on facial recognition. This approach respects privacy while providing AI-verified alerts that reduce false alarms and improve efficiency. The company aims to serve organizations needing security solutions while continuously adapting to the evolving risk landscape.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$70.2MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
51-200Employees
Benefits
Healthcare - Medical premiums are covered up to 95% for employees. Dental and Vision is covered at 75%.
401(k) - Choose our pre-tax or Roth 401K plan options, via Guideline, to save for retirement
WFH Stipends - We offer monthly reimbursement for phone and monthly reimbursement for wifi
Time Off - Employees need to recharge their batteries: it improves productivity, creativity and overall job satisfaction! Get your work done, loop in your manager and take a reasonable amount of time off
Employee Resource Group - Join or start one!
Other - Employee Assistance Program and Legal Services
Early Stock Option Exercise
Life Insurance
Visa & Greencard Sponsorship
Risks
Emerging AI security startups increase competition, threatening market share.
Privacy concerns and regulatory scrutiny could impact operations in strict regions.
Dependence on venture capital funding poses financial risks if future rounds falter.
Differentiation
Ambient.ai uses AI to detect behavior changes, not facial recognition, ensuring privacy.
The platform integrates with existing security systems, enhancing proactive threat detection.
Real-time adaptation through threat signatures allows for dynamic response to security risks.
Upsides
Rising demand for AI-driven analytics enhances Ambient.ai's market potential.
Integration with IoT devices offers comprehensive security solutions for clients.
Edge computing adoption accelerates data processing, improving threat detection efficiency.
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