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

Yelp; Toronto; Remote; CAD 85,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking entry-level software engineers to join their dynamic team. This fully remote opportunity allows you to work with cutting-edge technologies, including AI and machine learning, to create impactful solutions for millions of users. You'll enhance features, build scalable infrastructure, and collaborate with talented professionals in a supportive environment. If you are eager to learn and contribute to real-world challenges, this role offers a fantastic start to your engineering career while fostering creativity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages.
• Experience deploying live software services.

Responsibilities

• Enhance Yelp features with AI-powered intelligence, especially using LLMs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to utilize relevant data.

Skills

Python

AI solutions

Problem-solving

Prompt engineering

Cloud platforms

Tools

OpenAI APIs

AWS

LangGraph

Job description

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

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Yelp's 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 within their first week, and we support broadening individual impact through mentorship and teamwork. Our focus is on helping users, growing as engineers, and fostering a fun, collaborative environment.

Our mission at Yelp is to connect people with great local businesses. Behind every seamless experience is a team of engineers. For example, our Applied Machine Learning (AML) backend team builds intelligent, scalable systems that power features like personalized recommendations and AI-driven content enhancements.

We’re seeking entry-level engineers eager to develop solutions using cutting-edge technologies such as large language models (LLMs), SQL and NoSQL databases, data warehouses, and stream processing. You will contribute to real-world challenges impacting millions of users by creating practical, production-ready solutions that improve user experiences, support data-driven decisions, and ensure data integrity.

This is a fully remote opportunity across Canada. We welcome applicants even if you don’t meet every listed requirement. At Yelp, we value great people over ticking all boxes.

What You'll Do

• Enhance Yelp features with AI-powered intelligence, especially using LLMs.
• Build reliable, scalable infrastructure supporting Gen-AI use cases.
• Support infrastructure enabling millions of users to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to utilize relevant data.
• Design and maintain Gen-AI tools to improve productivity and collaboration.
• Integrate Gen-AI solutions into various products and workflows across Yelp.

What It Takes To Succeed

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

What You'll Get

• Salary range from $85,000 to $122,000 annually, with potential bonuses, stock options, and benefits.
• Fully remote work across Canada.
• More about Yelp's benefits available on our website.

Additional Information

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail] or 1-415-969-8488. Please note, Yelp does not accept agency resumes.