Lead/Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Motion Recruitment; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 175,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative AI company is seeking a Lead/Senior Backend Software Engineer to join their fully remote team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of AI and technology, leading crucial projects that drive real-world impact. You'll utilize your expertise in Go and Postgres while collaborating with talented professionals in a dynamic startup environment. With a focus on growth and development, this position promises not just a job, but a chance to shape the future of intelligent systems. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Laptop and peripherals of your choice

Competitive Salary and Equity

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of professional software engineering expertise.
• Proven experience leading projects in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead data pipeline development and backend features.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on impactful projects.

Skills

Go/Golang

Postgres

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Project Leadership

Data Pipeline Development

Communication Skills

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A cutting-edge AI company is hiring a Lead/Senior Backend Software Engineer to join a fully remote team. This company partners with the world's most innovative, industry-defining organizations to build intelligent systems that help identify outlier talent. This is a full-time opportunity to work on a platform that blends deep technology with real-world impact, using a stack built around Go, Postgres, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

This isn't just another engineering role–it's a chance to lead mission-critical work at the intersection of AI and human potential. You'll lead data pipeline development and other impactful backend features, work closely with cross-functional teams, and join a small but mighty startup on the rise. There's real growth here–both in what you'll build and in where your career can go.

Required Skills & Experience

• 7-10 years of professional software engineering expertise
• Expertise in Go/Golang
• Proficient with Postgres
• Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Proven experience leading projects and working in fast-paced, early-to-late stage startup environments
  
  

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience building or contributing to a search engine or search-based product
• Background in data pipelines or AI-driven platforms
• Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) or natural language search
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across distributed teams
  
  

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 70% Go (Golang)
• 20% Postgres
• 10% Google Cloud Platform
  
  

Daily Responsibilities

• 70% Hands-On Development
• 20% Project/Team Leadership
• 10% Cross-Functional Collaboration
  
  

The Offer

• Salary Range: $175,000-$230,000
  
  

You Will Receive The Following Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage–99% paid by the company
• Laptop and peripherals of your choice
• Competitive Salary and Equity
  
  

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Posted By: Dominick Polcino

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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