Software Engineer, University Graduate at HeyGen

San Francisco, California, United States

HeyGen Logo
$120,000 – $150,000Compensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, and previous internship experience in Software Development is preferred. They should have experience with React, Javascript, Python, and familiarity with RESTful API development, as well as experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP and database systems such as MySQL.

Responsibilities

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying robust, scalable, and optimized features for the HeyGen platform across both front-end and back-end components, collaborating closely with UX/UI designers, product managers, and other engineering teams to deliver a holistic product experience, monitoring platform performance, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing solutions, and ensuring the platform remains updated, secure, and compliant with the latest industry standards.

Skills

Typescript
React
Python
Go
RESTful API
AWS
Azure
GCP
MySQL
Problem-Solving
Collaboration

HeyGen

AI video editor for professional content creation

About HeyGen

HeyGen provides an AI video editor that enables users to create professional spokesperson videos without needing human actors. The platform uses AI-generated avatars, allowing users to select from various virtual actors, apply automatic translations, and choose different accents to cater to diverse audiences. This service is particularly beneficial for small businesses, educational institutions, and marketing professionals who require high-quality video content quickly and affordably. Unlike traditional video production, which can be costly and time-consuming, HeyGen streamlines the process, making it accessible to a wider range of clients. The company operates on a subscription model, offering different service levels to accommodate both small and large enterprises, ensuring a steady revenue stream while providing continuous updates and customer support. HeyGen's goal is to simplify video content creation and meet the increasing demand for engaging digital content.

Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$72.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Consumer Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Mental Health Support
401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

Emerging competition from AI video platforms threatens HeyGen's market share.
AI voice cloning advancements may lead to regulatory challenges for HeyGen.
HeyGen faces ethical concerns over AI-generated misinformation and identity theft.

Differentiation

HeyGen uses AI to create videos without actors, cameras, or editing.
The platform offers automatic translations and diverse accents for global audience reach.
HeyGen's subscription model provides continuous updates and customer support.

Upsides

HeyGen raised $60M in Series A, valuing the company at $500M.
Partnerships with media companies expand HeyGen's market reach and applications.
Growing demand for AI-generated video content boosts HeyGen's market potential.

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