Senior Software Engineer, AI

TRSS; Frisco (TX); Remote; USD 164,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal technology company in Texas is looking for a Software Engineer to design and develop backend services using Python and FastAPI. The role emphasizes AI orchestration and secure, scalable systems. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of backend development experience. This position offers a competitive salary and flexible remote work options.

Benefits

Salary up to $163,800

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible vacation

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on software development experience in backend development.
• 3+ years of experience in Python development with FastAPI and PostgreSQL.
• Strong data engineering background with experience in retrieval systems and modern DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend services using Python, FastAPI, and PostgreSQL.
• Implement AI orchestration systems integrating LLMs from providers.
• Ensure backend systems are secure, scalable, and optimized for AI-driven applications.
• Collaborate with AI researchers and product teams to translate AI capabilities into practical applications.
• Foster a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement in AI technologies.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

PostgreSQL

AWS cloud services

Terraform

data engineering

AI orchestration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

Job description

Employer Industry: Legal Technology

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $163,800
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Flexible vacation and the ability to work remotely for up to 8 weeks per year
- Comprehensive benefits package including mental health resources, retirement savings, and tuition reimbursement
- Award-winning company culture focused on inclusion and innovation
- Engage in meaningful community impact through paid volunteer days and pro-bono initiatives

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Design and develop backend services using Python, FastAPI, and PostgreSQL
- Implement AI orchestration systems integrating LLMs from providers like OpenAI and Anthropic
- Ensure backend systems are secure, scalable, and optimized for AI-driven applications
- Collaborate with AI researchers and product teams to translate AI capabilities into practical applications
- Foster a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement in AI technologies

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of hands-on software development experience in backend development
- 3+ years of experience in Python development with FastAPI and PostgreSQL
- Expertise in AWS cloud services and experience managing infrastructure with Terraform or similar tools
- Strong data engineering background with experience in retrieval systems and modern DevOps practices

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience with LLMs and AI solutions
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across organizational boundaries
- Strong communication skills for articulating technical concepts to diverse audiences
- Experience using AI-powered tools in the software development lifecycle

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