Staff Software Engineer leading backend service development at AI collaboration startup. Shaping technical health across multiple departments.
Responsibilities
Architect, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs, primarily using Python (FastAPI), SQLAlchemy, and AWS infrastructure.
Design and implement features for data ingestion, third-party integrations (e.g., Slack, HubSpot, Notion), authentication/authorization, and enterprise-grade security and compliance.
Own the full software development lifecycle: requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and monitoring.
Collaborate closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and data scientists to deliver innovative solutions.
Drive technical excellence through code reviews, mentorship, and best practices in software engineering.
Participate in on-call rotations and contribute to operational excellence, reliability, and observability of backend systems.
Continuously improve system performance, scalability, and reliability to support rapid user and data growth.
Contribute to a culture of innovation, ownership, and customer-centricity.
Requirements
10+ years of professional experience in backend software engineering, with a strong track record of shipping production systems.
Proficiency in Python (or similar languages such as Java, C++, or Node.js);
• Experience designing and building distributed, cloud-native systems (preferably on AWS).
Deep understanding of API design, authentication/authorization protocols (OAuth2, JWT), and security best practices.
Familiarity with CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code (Terraform), and modern DevOps practices.
Excellent communication skills; ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong sense of ownership, curiosity, and a passion for innovation and continuous learning.
Experience working in a startup or fast-paced environment is highly valued.
Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
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