Lead Software Engineer (Backend) - Materia AI

Employer Industry: Legal and Financial Technology Why consider this job opportunity: Salary up to $260,000 Eligibility for an annual bonus based on performance Hybrid work model with flexibility for remote work 2-3 days a week Comprehensive benefits package including flexible vacation, mental health days, and wellness resources Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social impact initiatives Opportunities for professional growth through learning and development programs What to Expect (Job Responsibilities): Develop and maintain backend services using Python, FastAPI, and PostgreSQL Implement AI orchestration systems integrating LLMs from OpenAI, Anthropic, and other providers Design APIs and backend logic for real-time AI interactions Monitor and enhance system performance for AI-driven applications Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate AI capabilities into practical applications What is Required (Qualifications): Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience 6-8 years of experience in backend development, building scalable web services and APIs Strong Python skills with experience in FastAPI, PostgreSQL, and AWS Experience in distributed systems, API, and data model design Strong debugging skills and a track record of building production-grade software How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications): Experience with AI-driven systems, agent-based architectures, or AI APIs from providers like OpenAI and Anthropic Knowledge of vector databases, embeddings, or search-based AI Strong opinions on backend testing strategies and automation

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