Senior Software Engineer I – Generative AI Platform

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer I to design and deliver reusable generative AI services on our Search and AI Platform. The role involves leading architectural decisions, building scalable backend systems, and mentoring junior engineers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and ensure technical consistency across the AI platform.
• Design, develop, and maintain generative AI services and reusable components using Python and Java.
• Define and promote best practices in scalability, observability, testing, and CI/CD.
• Contribute to system designs spanning multiple services and modules.
• Collaborate with product, platform, and research teams to turn AI prototypes into production‑ready capabilities.
• Deploy and operate containerized applications in a Kubernetes (EKS) environment.
• Resolve complex technical challenges across distributed systems.
• Mentor less‑senior developers on engineering principles and GenAI patterns.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture sessions, and cross‑team initiatives.
• Stay informed of the latest generative AI developments and advocate responsible integration.

Required profile

• 4‑6 years of software engineering experience.
• Proven experience contributing to technical architecture for large‑scale platforms or services.
• Solid understanding of software development methodologies and data modeling principles.
• Deep expertise in Python and Java.
• Experience with Kubernetes (EKS) and cloud‑native architectures.
• Track record building scalable backend systems and APIs.
• Experience mentoring engineers and influencing architectural decisions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an Agile or Kanban environment.

Required skills

• Python
• Java
• Kubernetes (EKS)
• Cloud‑native architecture
• Backend development
• AI/LLM frameworks such as LangChain and LangGraph
• CI/CD pipelines
• Observability practices (metrics, logging, alerts)

What we offer

• U.S. National Base Pay Range: $86,600 – $144,400 (adjusted for location)
• Eligibility for an annual incentive bonus