Motion Recruitment
Lead/Senior Software Engineer (Backend)
Motion Recruitment, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Motion Recruitment Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. A cutting-edge AI company is hiring a Lead/Senior Backend Software Engineer to join a fully remote team. This company partners with the world's most innovative, industry-defining organizations to build intelligent systems that help identify outlier talent. This is a full-time opportunity to work on a platform that blends deep technology with real-world impact, using a stack built around Go, Postgres, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
This isn't just another engineering role–it's a chance to lead mission-critical work at the intersection of AI and human potential. You'll lead data pipeline development and other impactful backend features, work closely with cross-functional teams, and join a small but mighty startup on the rise. There's real growth here–both in what you'll build and in where your career can go.
Required Skills & Experience
7-10 years of professional software engineering expertise Expertise in Go/Golang Proficient with Postgres Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Proven experience leading projects and working in fast-paced, early-to-late stage startup environments
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience building or contributing to a search engine or search-based product Background in data pipelines or AI-driven platforms Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) or natural language search Strong communication and collaboration skills across distributed teams
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
70% Go (Golang) 20% Postgres 10% Google Cloud Platform
Daily Responsibilities
70% Hands-On Development 20% Project/Team Leadership 10% Cross-Functional Collaboration
The Offer
Salary Range: $175,000-$230,000
You Will Receive The Following Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage–99% paid by the company Laptop and peripherals of your choice Competitive Salary and Equity
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
Posted By:
Dominick Polcino Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Lead/Senior Software Engineer (Backend)
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Motion Recruitment 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Lead/Senior Software Engineer (Backend)
role at
Motion Recruitment Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. A cutting-edge AI company is hiring a Lead/Senior Backend Software Engineer to join a fully remote team. This company partners with the world's most innovative, industry-defining organizations to build intelligent systems that help identify outlier talent. This is a full-time opportunity to work on a platform that blends deep technology with real-world impact, using a stack built around Go, Postgres, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
This isn't just another engineering role–it's a chance to lead mission-critical work at the intersection of AI and human potential. You'll lead data pipeline development and other impactful backend features, work closely with cross-functional teams, and join a small but mighty startup on the rise. There's real growth here–both in what you'll build and in where your career can go.
Required Skills & Experience
7-10 years of professional software engineering expertise Expertise in Go/Golang Proficient with Postgres Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Proven experience leading projects and working in fast-paced, early-to-late stage startup environments
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience building or contributing to a search engine or search-based product Background in data pipelines or AI-driven platforms Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) or natural language search Strong communication and collaboration skills across distributed teams
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
70% Go (Golang) 20% Postgres 10% Google Cloud Platform
Daily Responsibilities
70% Hands-On Development 20% Project/Team Leadership 10% Cross-Functional Collaboration
The Offer
Salary Range: $175,000-$230,000
You Will Receive The Following Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage–99% paid by the company Laptop and peripherals of your choice Competitive Salary and Equity
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
Posted By:
Dominick Polcino Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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