Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Remote)
MachinifySalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI & Machine Learning, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
Requirements
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of recent professional experience in functional programming and Scala is required, along with proficiency in Cats Effect or similar technologies. Applicants should have a strong understanding of backend development principles, familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization technologies, and knowledge of distributed systems and performance optimization techniques. Excellent problem-solving skills and strong communication abilities are essential.
Responsibilities
The Backend Engineer will design, develop, and maintain backend systems and APIs using Scala. They will collaborate with data scientists and machine learning engineers to integrate AI models into the backend infrastructure. The role involves optimizing and scaling backend services, implementing data storage and retrieval mechanisms, and working with frontend developers to define APIs. Additionally, the engineer will collaborate with SREs to deploy and monitor services and conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards.
Skills
Scala
Functional Programming
Backend Development
API Design
System Design
Cloud Computing
Data Structures
Algorithms
Distributed Systems
Writer
AI platform for business process optimization
About Writer
Writer.com provides a platform that uses artificial intelligence to enhance business processes for various clients, including major companies. The platform integrates Large Language Models (LLMs), Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Machine Learning (ML) to tailor AI solutions to a client's specific brand and knowledge. LLMs generate human-like text, NLP helps computers understand human language, and ML enables learning from data. Writer's platform is built on secure, enterprise-grade LLMs called Palmyra, which are designed to be open and transparent, ensuring that client data is never used for training. This allows clients to self-host the models, giving them control and visibility over their data. The platform assists businesses in speeding up processes and generating customized outputs, such as summaries and insights, while adhering to legal and brand guidelines. Writer.com operates on a subscription-based model, where clients pay a recurring fee for access to its features.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$317.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees