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Zoom, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Zoom What you can expect We are looking for a Backend Engineer to join our team and help build the backend foundation for AI powered product experiences. In this role, youll work closely with frontend engineers and product managers to develop features that bring the power of AI into real user workflows. Develop and maintain scalable, secure backend services supporting AI-driven interactions in content creation, automation, and collaboration.

About The Team

With eight specialized departments, the engineering team functions as a highly collaborative, diverse powerhouse. Each department mission is to deliver seamless and innovative communication solutions. These range from software development and machine learning to quality assurance teams that work to create and maintain Zoom's user-friendly interfaces and robust infrastructure. The team continues to push the boundaries of communication technology, bringing people together regardless of their physical distance.

Responsibilities

Designing and implementing backend services and APIs to support AI-integrated product features. Collaborating with frontend engineers and product managers to deliver end-to-end functionality. Integrating AI services and LLMs into production workflows, focusing on stability and performance. Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Golang and Python. Ensuring backend systems are observable, secure, and scalable. Participating in system design, code reviews, and performance tuning.

What Were Looking For

Hold a Bachelor or Masters in Computer Science or a related field. Possess 3+ years of backend development experience building user-facing applications or platforms. Demonstrate proficiency in Golang and Python with great engineering fundamentals. Design and maintain APIs and backend services at scale. Exhibit good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Minimum

Salary Range or On Target Earnings:

$98,900.00

Maximum

$228,700.00

In addition to the base salary and/or OTE listed Zoom has a Total Direct Compensation philosophy that takes into consideration; base salary, bonus and equity value.

Note: Starting pay will be based on a number of factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience.

We also have a location based compensation structure; there may be a different range for candidates in this and other locations

At Zoom, we offer a window of at least 5 days for you to apply because we believe in giving you every opportunity. Below is the potential closing date, just in case you want to mark it on your calendar. We look forward to receiving your application!

Anticipated Position Close Date

08/06/25

Ways of Working

Our structured hybrid approach is centered around our offices and remote work environments. The work style of each role, Hybrid, Remote, or In-Person is indicated in the job description/posting.

Benefits

As part of our award-winning workplace culture and commitment to delivering happiness, our benefits program offers a variety of perks, benefits, and options to help employees maintain their physical, mental, emotional, and financial health; support work-life balance; and contribute to their community in meaningful ways. Click Learn for more information.

About Us

Zoomies help people stay connected so they can get more done together. We set out to build the best collaboration platform for the enterprise, and today help people communicate better with products like Zoom Contact Center, Zoom Phone, Zoom Events, Zoom Apps, Zoom Rooms, and Zoom Webinars.

Were problem-solvers, working at a fast pace to design solutions with our customers and users in mind. Find room to grow with opportunities to stretch your skills and advance your career in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Our Commitment

At Zoom, we believe great work happens when people feel supported and empowered. Were committed to fair hiring practices that ensure every candidate is evaluated based on skills, experience, and potential. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, let us knowwere here to support you at every step.

If you need assistance navigating the interview process due to a medical disability, please submit an Accommodations Request Form and someone from our team will reach out soon. This form is solely for applicants who require an accommodation due to a qualifying medical disability. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed.

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