Lead/Senior Backend Engineer

FlexAI; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative AI technology firm is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer specialized in Golang to join their team in Bengaluru, India. This role focuses on developing and optimizing backend services for a cutting-edge Platform as a Service (PaaS) system. Candidates should have a background in backend development, knowledge of cloud-native technologies, and the ability to collaborate effectively. This position offers a chance to contribute to a unique Beta product that aims to redefine industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
• Experience as a Backend Engineer, especially with Golang.
• Familiar with cloud-native technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize backend services using Golang.
• Collaborate with AI developers for integration.
• Design and maintain APIs for the Beta product.
• Implement and manage database solutions.
• Monitor and optimize system performance.
• Work with DevOps/SRE for CI/CD processes.
• Troubleshoot backend issues promptly.

Skills

Backend development in Golang

Database management

RESTful APIs

Problem-solving

Collaboration and communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Build and Deploy AI the right way, anywhere.

The FlexAI Compute Infrastructure Platform provides an "end-to-end AI compute layer" for running and managing workloads across any cloud, any GPU, and any deployment model (public, hybrid, or on-prem). It brings together "1-click simplicity" for users with "enterprise-grade orchestration, security, and automation" under the hood.

Founded by Brijesh Tripathi, who bring experience from Nvidia, Apple, Tesla, Intel and Zoox, FlexAI is not just building a product – we’re shaping the future of AI. Our teams are strategically distributed across Paris, Silicon Valley, and Bangalore, united by a shared mission: to deliver more compute with less complexity. If you're passionate about shaping the future of artificial intelligence, driving innovation, and contributing to a sustainable and inclusive AI ecosystem, FlexAI is the place for you !

Overview

FlexAI is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Backend Engineer - Golang to join our PaaS Team. As part of this innovative team, you will play a pivotal role in building and maintaining the infrastructure that powers FlexAI's cutting-edge PaaS (Platform as a Service) system. Our PaaS Cloud Service is designed to enable customers to run workloads seamlessly across various architectures, providing unparalleled reliability and efficiency. Our PaaS product is currently in Beta testing with select clients, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to a cutting-edge platform that is poised to redefine industry standards. Join us in this critical phase as we refine and perfect our solution for broader release.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize backend services using Golang, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability in support of our PaaS offerings.
• Collaborate with AI developers to integrate backend systems with AI model development, training, and deployment processes.
• Design and maintain APIs that support seamless operation and customer access to our Beta product, enabling flexible workload management.
• Implement and manage database solutions to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval across various architectures.
• Monitor and optimize system performance, addressing bottlenecks to ensure smooth operation during Beta testing and beyond.
• Work with the DevOps/SRE team to ensure smooth CI/CD processes and scalable deployment of backend services.
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues quickly and effectively, minimizing downtime for our clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Backend Engineer with a strong focus on Golang, especially within cloud or PaaS environments.
• Familiarity with cloud-native technologies including container runtimes such as Docker and cluster schedulers such Kubernetes is a must
• Deep understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture, tailored to PaaS solutions.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and related infrastructure services.
• Proficiency in database management systems, both SQL and NoSQL, with a focus on supporting scalable, distributed systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve backend issues in a production environment.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross functional teams.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Note: Experience with AI-related projects is a significant advantage!