Lead Backend Software Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Lead Backend Software Engineer (AI): Designing, developing, and owning high-quality, robust, and scalable backend services for hirify.global's AI-powered platform with an accent on API and database design, and applying solid object-oriented design principles at scale. Focus on leading features from inception to completion, ensuring seamless integration with frontend and data science teams, and mentoring junior engineers.

Location: Hybrid role based in Tel Aviv, Israel

Company

hirify.global is an AI-powered product company that provides a CustomerOS platform to help customer-centric companies orchestrate the customer journey, driving retention and growth.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend services using Java or Kotlin.
• Lead features from inception to completion, including API design, implementation, and testing.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers and data scientists for seamless integration and optimal performance.
• Write complex SQL queries and design relational database schemas.
• Adhere to SOLID design principles and write comprehensive unit tests.
• Contribute to the team's technical direction and mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Java or Kotlin development.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
• Proficiency in SQL and relational database management systems.
• Experience with designing and building RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with data pipelines and ETL processes.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including pension contributions, a Study Fund (Keren Hishtalmut), and a monthly lunch card allowance.
• Dedicated Recharge Holidays – one long weekend each quarter for rest and reset.
• Culture guided by Human-First values, fostering innovation through collaboration and curiosity.
• Commitment to career development opportunities and mentoring.
• Inclusive, fair, and transparent hiring process as an equal opportunity employer.