Senior A.I. Backend Engineer - Remote

Overview

This role is with BeHeard, a portfolio company of Menlo Ventures, focused on creating a human-centered feedback experience for businesses through AI technology.

In Short

• Join a seed-stage startup backed by prominent investors.
• Work on AI-driven customer feedback solutions.
• Implement AI agents that enhance customer interactions.
• Design and build APIs for frontend products.
• Collaborate closely with the CTO on product quality.
• Maintain high-availability backend APIs and services.
• Focus on craftsmanship and code quality.
• Enjoy a remote-friendly work environment.
• Receive competitive salary and equity options.
• Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in backend API design and maintenance.
• Strong commitment to code quality and testing.
• Expertise in AWS services like API Gateway and Lambda.
• Knowledge of architectural patterns such as MVC and GraphQL.
• Experience with databases including Postgres and DynamoDB.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language: Python, Go, or Rust.
• Familiarity with Terraform and infrastructure as code.
• Understanding of network security and encryption.
• Experience with LLMs is a plus.
• Nice to have: experience with chat and SMS.

Benefits

• Salary of $150,000 - $250,000.
• Equity ranging from 0.5% to 1% based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• In-person office access in San Francisco or Phoenix.