Senior Software Engineer (Python / Agentic AI)

Kelly Services; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Vacation Time

Stock Options

Job summary

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is seeking a backend engineer for a hybrid, full-time role in Woodland Hills, CA. You will work on scalable SaaS platforms, AI-driven features, and high-performance distributed systems, using Python and modern cloud tech.

The team values clean code, mentoring others, and continuous learning, with opportunities to impact architectural decisions and product innovation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience (or 3+ years with a Master’s degree).
• Strong proficiency in Python, Java, C#, or .NET.
• Experience building web applications and SaaS platforms.
• Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and distributed systems.
• Advanced SQL knowledge including data modeling, transactions, and querying.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Exposure to AI-first or agentic AI development approaches.
• Strong focus on code quality, testing, and maintainability.

Responsibilities

• Backend development for high-performance systems using Python and RESTful APIs.
• Work on AI/agentic system development and distributed architectures.
• Collaborate across teams to design scalable backend services and cloud infrastructure.
• Focus on performance optimization and system reliability.
• Mentor teammates and promote best practices in code quality and testing.

Skills

Python/Java/C#/.NET

RESTful APIs

Distributed systems

SQL/data modeling

Data structures/algorithms

Agile/Scrum

AI-first/agentic AI

Code quality/testing

Tools

Azure/AWS/GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

NoSQL

Kafka/RabbitMQ/SQS

API gateways/IAM

Open-source tools

Job description

$170000 - $213000

This is a full-time, hybrid opportunity based in Woodland Hills, California with a leading enterprise SaaS organization focused on modernizing financial and accounting operations through cloud-based platforms. The role centers on Python, agentic AI, and scalable backend systems, giving you the opportunity to work on high-impact distributed architectures and AI-driven product innovation.

If you are a backend engineer who thrives on building high-performance systems and wants to work at the intersection of AI and enterprise SaaS, this is a strong opportunity for growth. The team is looking for engineers who are passionate about clean code, scalability, and innovation, and who want to mentor others while continuing to expand their own technical depth. You will gain exposure to modern cloud technologies, AI-first development practices, and complex real-world systems, all within a collaborative environment that values continuous learning and excellence.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of software engineering experience (or 3+ years with a Master's degree)
• Strong proficiency in Python, Java, C#, or .NET
• Experience building web applications and SaaS platforms
• Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and distributed systems
• Advanced SQL knowledge including data modeling, transactions, and querying
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns
• Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies
• Exposure to AI-first or agentic AI development approaches
• Strong focus on code quality, testing, and maintainability

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP
• Familiarity with PostgreSQL and NoSQL databases
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Knowledge of messaging systems such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or SQS
• Understanding of API gateways, authentication, and identity management
• Experience designing and scaling high-performance systemsExposure to open-source tools and frameworks
• Background working in financial systems or similar domains

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown:

• 40% Backend Development (Python, APIs, distributed systems)
• 25% Cloud and Infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP, containers, databases)
• 20% AI / Agentic System Development
• 15% Performance Optimization and System Reliability

Daily Responsibilities

• 70% Hands On Development
• 10% Mentorship and Technical Leadership
• 20% Team Collaboration and Cross-Functional Work

Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options

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

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Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.