Senior Backend Software Engineer – Japanese Speaker

Localizationacademy; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to enhance AI-driven translations for the Japanese market. This role involves developing scalable translation tools and backend services, utilizing modern technologies in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about user-centric solutions and have a strong background in backend engineering with Go and Node.js. Join a forward-thinking organization that empowers global learners and fosters a culture of innovation and growth.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Paid time off

Comprehensive medical insurance

Employee wellness resources

Quarterly wellness day off

Personalized career development

Unlimited access to Udacity courses

Qualifications

• Experience in backend engineering with Go and Node.js.
• Fluency in both Japanese and English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable translation tools using AI technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver localization solutions.

Skills

Fluency in Japanese

Fluency in English

Backend engineering skills (Go, Node.js)

Experience with AI tools (Cursor, Claude Code)

User-centric solution development

Tools

AWS

Google Cloud

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About Us

Udacity is on a mission of forging futures in tech through radical talent transformation in digital technologies. We offer a unique and immersive online learning platform, powering corporate technical training in fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Autonomous Systems, Cloud Computing and more. Our rapidly growing global organization is revolutionizing how the enterprise market bridges the talent shortage and skills gaps during their digital transformation journey.

Udacity is looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic team, focusing on advancing AI-driven translations for the Japanese market. You'll leverage modern technologies and innovative AI tools, playing a pivotal role in enhancing the learner experience for our global user base.

This role is ideal for engineers who genuinely love building impactful products and thrive in collaborative, cross-functional environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust, scalable translation tools leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies.
• Design and implement reliable backend services using Go and Node.js, ensuring performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, AI researchers, designers, and fellow engineers to deliver exceptional localization solutions.
• Continuously explore, test, and adopt advanced AI development tools like Cursor, Claude Code, or similar technologies to accelerate product development and innovation.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Fluency in Japanese and English.
• Strong backend engineering skills, specifically in Go/Node.js.
• Substantial experience with AI tools and frameworks (Cursor, Claude Code).
• Passionate about creating user-centric solutions tailored to the Japanese market.
• A self-driven learner with a love for innovative technologies and building impactful products.
  
  
  

Preferred

• Prior experience working on localization or internationalization projects, particularly related to the Japanese market.
• Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, Google Cloud).
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
  
  
  

Why Udacity?

At Udacity, you'll contribute directly to empowering global learners through cutting-edge technology. We foster a culture of innovation, growth, and collaboration, where your ideas will have direct impact. Join us in shaping the future of education and AI-driven localization!

Location: We will consider qualified candidates currently based in the United States, with the exception of the following states: Alaska, Delaware, Hawaii, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Vermont, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Nebraska, Rhode Island, West Virginia, Wyoming

Relocation assistance will not be offered

Compensation: The maximum base pay for this position is $175,000, depending on experience and location.

Benefits

Experience a rewarding work environment with Udacity's perks and benefits!

• Flexibility of working from home, with in-person collaboration spaces in Mountain View, Cairo, Dubai, and Noida.
• Flexible working hours.
• Paid time off.
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
• Employee wellness resources and initiatives (access to wellness platforms like Headspace, Modern Health).
• Quarterly wellness day off.
• Personalized career development.
• Unlimited access to Udacity courses and Nanodegrees.
  
  
  

Location: We will consider qualified candidates currently based in the United States, with the exception of the following states: Alaska, Delaware, Hawaii, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Vermont, Wisconsin, Wyoming. Relocation assistance will not be offered

What We Do

Forging futures in tech is our vision. Udacity is where lifelong learners come to learn the skills they need, to land the jobs they want, and to build the lives they deserve.

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