Senior Backend Architect for AI-Driven Platform

Blitzy; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary ($150K–$200K)

Paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

4% 401K match

Flexible vacation, sick days, and work-from-home days

Technology budget for hardware/software/books

A beautiful office in One Kendall Square

Unlimited snacks and drinks

Job summary

An innovative AI software development firm in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Back-End Engineer to take ownership of their software stack. You will collaborate with the CTO and founding team to shape product and strategy while solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has expertise in Python and Terraform and a passion for innovation. The role includes competitive compensation of $150K–$200K, meaningful equity, and extensive benefits including flexible vacation and a technology budget.

Qualifications

• Experience with Python, Terraform, and GCP.
• Experience with backend frameworks like Python, Node.js, or Express.js.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure.

Responsibilities

• Write, review, and ship production code.
• Use Generative AI tools daily.
• Make long-term architectural decisions.
• Own the code from design to deployment.

Skills

Python

Terraform

GCP

Backend frameworks

Cloud platforms

APIs & RPCs

Databases

CI/CD

Version control

Architecture

Job description

An innovative AI software development firm in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Back-End Engineer to take ownership of their software stack. You will collaborate with the CTO and founding team to shape product and strategy while solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has expertise in Python and Terraform and a passion for innovation. The role includes competitive compensation of $150K–$200K, meaningful equity, and extensive benefits including flexible vacation and a technology budget.