Backend Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Backend Engineer (AI): Building and monitoring high-risk AI systems with an accent on robust API design, database performance, and multi-cloud architecture. Focus on developing reliable backend services for ML testing tools, solving complex infrastructure challenges, and maintaining scalability in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Based in Tokyo, Japan (Remote considered for exceptional candidates).

Company

hirify.global develops products to test and monitor high-risk AI systems, aiming to make global artificial intelligence more reliable and trustworthy.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain backend services for testing and monitoring machine learning systems.
• Design and implement scalable APIs and backend architectures.
• Manage SQL databases and integrate external services like SSO.
• Collaborate with the full-stack team on parallel computing and multi-cloud deployments.
• Contribute to the technical strategy and product development in a fast-growing startup.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of backend software engineering experience.
• English proficiency is required.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and learn rapidly.
• Interest in MLOps, trustworthy ML, and responsible AI.
• Willingness to work in Tokyo, Japan (remote may be considered for exceptional talent).

Nice to have

• Full-stack development capabilities.
• Prior experience working in a startup environment.
• Hands-on experience with production machine learning systems.
• Japanese language proficiency.

Culture & Benefits

• Significant equity ownership in the company for early employees.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI reliability products for a global market.
• Collaborative environment with founding engineers from leading tech firms like Google Brain and Waymo.
• Well-funded startup with strong backing from institutional investors.