Entry Level Software Engineer - Data Backend (Remote - Canada)

Yelp; Calgary; Remote; USD 85,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking entry-level software engineers to join their dynamic team in building intelligent systems. This role emphasizes a collaborative environment where engineers can deploy working code from day one. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, including large language models and cloud platforms, to enhance user experiences and support data-driven decisions. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this opportunity welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, encouraging creativity and curiosity. If you're ready to make an impact in a fully remote role, this is the perfect chance to grow your skills and contribute to exciting projects.

Benefits

Fully remote work option

Potential bonuses

Stock options

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python or equivalent coding skills.
• Experience deploying live software services in production.

Responsibilities

• Help make features smarter with LLM-enhanced intelligence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage relevant data.

Skills

Python

Gen AI solutions

Problem-solving

Prompt engineering

Machine learning

Tools

OpenAI APIs

AWS

LangGraph

Job description

Entry Level Software Engineer - Data Backend (Remote - Canada)

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Summary
Yelp engineering culture is driven by our values: we’re a cooperative team that values individual authenticity and encourages creative solutions to problems. All new engineers deploy working code their first week, and we strive to broaden individual impact with support from managers, mentors, and teams. At the end of the day, we’re all about helping our users, growing as engineers, and having fun in a collaborative environment.

Yelp's mission is to connect people with great local businesses, powered by a team of engineers behind seamless experiences. Our Applied Machine Learning (AML) backend engineering team is looking for entry-level engineers eager to build intelligent, scalable systems that enhance user experiences using cutting-edge technologies like large language models (LLMs), SQL and NoSQL databases, data warehouses, and processing systems.

As part of our team, you'll develop practical, production-ready solutions that improve content reliability, support data-driven decisions, and enhance user experiences. We welcome applicants from across Canada, even if you don’t meet every requirement. At Yelp, we value great people over checklists.

What You'll Do

• Help make features smarter with LLM-enhanced intelligence.
• Build infrastructure supporting Gen-AI use cases that are reliable and scalable.
• Support infrastructure enabling millions of users to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage relevant data.
• Design and maintain Gen-AI tools that boost productivity and collaboration.
• Integrate Gen-AI solutions into various products and workflows across Yelp.

What It Takes To Succeed

• Proficiency in Python or equivalent coding skills.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for implementing innovative Gen AI solutions.
• Strong prompt engineering skills and good intuition.
• Experience deploying live software services in production.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and scalable infrastructure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
• Familiarity with Gen AI, machine learning, and tools like OpenAI APIs, LangGraph, or AWS.

What You'll Get

• Salary range of $85,000–$122,000 annually, with potential bonuses, stock, and benefits.
• Fully remote work option across Canada.
• Additional benefits detailed on Yelp's benefits page.

Closing

We value diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, age, gender, disability, or background. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Contact us at [e-mail] or 1-415-969-8488.

Note: Yelp does not accept agency resumes. Resumes sent to recruiters or employees may not be considered.