Python Developer

VANTA Partners Inc; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity via stock options

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible PTO

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

VANTA Partners Inc seeks a Software Engineer focused on innovative voice technology for the automotive industry. You will work on backend Python systems, system design, and scalable architecture to support AI-powered dealership experiences.

Responsibilities include designing scalable backend services, integrating APIs, and deploying in cloud environments with Docker. The role emphasizes STT/TTS, NLP, testing, and CI/CD, with mentoring of teammates and staying current with AI/ML advancements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years professional backend Python development.
• Experience in system design and scalable architecture.
• Experience with API integrations.
• Experience deploying applications in cloud environments using Docker.
• Proficiency with data and databases.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals (testing, code reviews, CI/CD).
• Ability to mentor and inspire team members.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python
• Architect efficient solutions integrating various technologies, including LLMs and NLP
• Implement and optimize speech-to-text (STT) and text-to-speech (TTS) systems
• Lead system design and architecture discussions
• Apply best practices in testing, CI/CD, and code quality
• Mentor team members
• Stay current with relevant AI/ML advancements

Skills

Python

System design

APIs

Cloud

Mentoring

CI/CD

Tools

Docker

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

The $1.2T automotive industry is a pillar of American culture, representing nearly 5% of U.S. GDP. Dealerships sit at the center of this ecosystem. Consumers now expect the same speed, personalization, and convenience they experience in digital-first industries, while tighter margins demand greater operational efficiency. This creates a clear opportunity to modernize how dealerships communicate and operate.

About the Company

We are an investor-backed startup modernizing dealership operations and the automotive consumer experience with AI-powered voice technology. Our platform turns every call or inquiry into an opportunity, improving customer satisfaction and dealership performance. We work with large dealership groups and are scaling rapidly.

About the Role

We are seeking a Software Engineer focused on innovative voice technology solutions for the automotive industry. The role emphasizes backend Python engineering, system design, and scalable systems. You will help build solutions that improve how people interact with dealerships for purchasing and servicing, with opportunities to apply AI tools to real-world challenges.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python
• Architect efficient solutions integrating various technologies, including LLMs and NLP
• Implement and optimize speech-to-text (STT) and text-to-speech (TTS) systems
• Lead system design and architecture discussions
• Apply best practices in testing, CI/CD, and code quality
• Mentor team members
• Stay current with relevant AI/ML advancements

What We Want You to Have

• 3+ years professional backend Python development
• Experience in system design and scalable architecture
• Experience with API integrations
• Experience deploying applications in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) using Docker
• Proficiency with data and databases
• Strong software engineering fundamentals (testing, code reviews, CI/CD)
• Ability to mentor and inspire team members
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Nice to Haves

• Hands-on experience with STT/TTS systems
• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks
• Exposure to LLM APIs or RAG systems

Why Join

• Equity via stock options
• Fully paid health, vision & dental
• Flexible PTO and hybrid schedule (3 days/week in office)
• Free lunches, parking stipend, team events, and a results-oriented culture

Compensation Competitive with market rates, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.