Backend AI engineer

Cav; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cav is seeking a Backend AI Engineer to design and develop scalable backend systems that integrate AI technologies across their platform. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in backend software engineering and strong programming skills in languages like Python and Java.

This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and work with advanced AI technologies, making a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in backend software engineering, AI engineering, or machine learning infrastructure development.
• Strong programming experience in Python, Java, Go, or similar backend development languages.
• Experience building and maintaining scalable APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize backend services for AI capabilities across the platform.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and data teams.
• Integrate AI technologies into enterprise-grade solutions.

Skills

Backend software engineering

Machine learning infrastructure development

Python

Java

Go

APIs

Microservices

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud Platform

Job description

The Role

We’re seeking an innovative and hands‑on Backend AI Engineer with experience building scalable backend systems and AI‑powered applications. Success in this role includes designing, developing, and optimizing backend services that support machine learning and AI‑driven capabilities across our platform. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with product, engineering, and data teams to integrate AI technologies into enterprise‑grade solutions while ensuring performance, reliability, scalability, and security. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about emerging AI technologies, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and enjoys solving complex technical challenges.

Qualifications – Required

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in backend software engineering, AI engineering, or machine learning infrastructure development
• Strong programming experience in Python, Java, Go, or similar backend development languages
• Experience building and maintaining scalable APIs, microservices, and distributed systems
• Handson experience integrating AI/ML models into production environments
• Familiarity with LLMs, generative AI frameworks, vector databases, prompt engineering, and AI orchestration tools
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Strong understanding of databases, data pipelines, and backend architecture best practices
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated testing frameworks
• Strong problemsolving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Comfortable working autonomously in fastpaced, ambiguous, and crossfunctional environments

Desired

• Experience building AIpowered enterprise SaaS platforms or cybersecurityfocused applications
• Familiarity with frameworks and tools such as LangChain, OpenAI APIs, Hugging Face, Pinecone, Redis, or similar AI ecosystem technologies
• Knowledge of machine learning lifecycle management, model monitoring, and optimization techniques
• Understanding of data privacy, AI governance, and secure software development practices
• Experience working with eventdriven architectures and realtime processing systems
• Ability to collaborate closely with product and UX teams to deliver customercentric AI capabilities
• Passion for staying current with rapidly evolving AI technologies and industry trends
• Experience contributing to architecture decisions and technical strategy discussions
• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or related field, or equivalent practical experience