About the Role
We are seeking an exceptional Senior Backend Engineer to join our team as a Tech Lead. This is a fully remote position open to candidates in either the United States or China.
In this role, you will be a cornerstone of our engineering team, driving the development of our backend systems. You will be responsible for creating robust, scalable services that power our AI platform, collaborating with frontend developers, and leading the development of new features and infrastructure improvements.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain scalable and robust backend services and APIs.
- Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
- Implement high-performance database queries and tune databases for performance.
- Ensure the best possible reliability, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
- Lead the development of new features and infrastructure improvements.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in accordance with current best practices.
- Mentor junior engineers and promote a culture of technical excellence.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 3-5 years of experience in backend development with a strong knowledge of backend languages, such as Golang/Python.
- Experience in managing a team of 3-5 developers.
- Proficiency in designing and managing database systems such as MySQL and MongoDB.
- Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and understanding of scalable infrastructure.
- Familiarity with distributed back-end service development processes and specifications, along with commonly used development frameworks.
- Strong understanding of security practices and networking protocols.
- Fluency in both Chinese (Mandarin) and English is mandatory.
Plus Points
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills.
- Experience with AI or machine learning technologies and their integration into backend systems.
- Contributions to open-source projects or a strong presence in the developer community.
- Prior experience in a fast-paced startup environment.
