Design and develop innovative features for Mirage, managing key software ownership, collaborating with teams to build scalable back-end systems and APIs.
Founded in 2017, percipient.ai utilizes state-of-the-art research in Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, and Deep Learning to develop cutting-edge tools that bridge the gap between AI and human understanding. We pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment that enables each individual to grow while having a meaningful impact on national security. Join our team today.
Percipient.ai is currently seeking to hire a Sr. Back-End Software Engineer to join our Machine Learning Team. We have developed unique, patent pending, core CV/ML technology powering a product actively used by our customers. We are seeking a Sr. Backend SWE to help us continue to deliver highly-impactful features on our roadmap. This position will work collaboratively with other engineers, product managers, AI and Computer Vision scientists, and other engineering teams to build scalable back-end systems, services, tools, and APIs that power our product.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and envision innovative and impactful features for Mirage, working with scientists, engineers, and product managers.
- Take ownership of major parts of the software.
- Ship features, striking a balance between quality, maintainability, and speed.
Requirements:
- BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; MS/PhD a bonus.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience.
- Proven track record of building large-scale distributed systems.
- Deep expertise in Python or C++.
- Strong experience with Linux-based operating systems.
- Expertise/experience in machine learning, NLP, or computer vision is a big plus.
- Experience with ML frameworks (e.g., Pytorch, Tensorflow) is a plus.
- A passion to deliver innovation into the hands of customers.
- US Citizenship is required.
We want the best for all of our employees and go out of our way to provide top-tier benefits. Join our team to receive:
● Substantial Equity
● Unlimited Flexible Time Away (FTA)
● 401k Matching
● 90% Employee Medical Premium Coverage
● 65% Dependent/Family Medical Premium Coverage
● Flexible Spending Accounts
● Employee Referral Program
● Lunches & Snacks
● Commuter Benefits
● Life Insurance
● Travel Assistance
● And more
Percipient.ai is a proud equal opportunity employer and we are committed to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We hire talent located within a daily commutable distance to our office in Santa Clara, CA. We believe in the benefit of a highly collaborative in-office culture, so plan to be in the office 3-4 days a week.
Selected candidates need to pass a third-party background check verifying employment, education, and criminal history before starting. Additionally, US citizenship will be verified.
At this time, we are not accepting unsolicited submissions from agencies. Thank you.
Top Skills
C++
Linux
Python
PyTorch
TensorFlow
Percipient.ai Santa Clara, California, USA Office
3975 Freedom Circle, Santa Clara, CA, United States, 95054
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