Senior Backend Software Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Senior Backend Software Engineer (AI) (Agentic Data Platform): Building a data platform to serve the needs of Tapestry with an accent on LLM-enabled semantic ingestion, enrichment, and discovery of multi-modal data. Focus on designing massive-scale enterprise-grade data infrastructure and low-latency streaming for AI-driven simulations.

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)

Salary: $161,000 - $194,000

Company

Tapestry is an Alphabet moonshot working to modernize the global electric grid through the integration of AI and advanced analytical tools.

What you will do

• Design and implement massive-scale, secure, enterprise-grade data infrastructure for the Agentic Data platform.
• Build low-latency streaming infrastructure for large-scale data processing to support AI-driven simulations.
• Collaborate with AI researchers, PMs, and power systems experts to translate complex requirements into real-world products.
• Interface with external partners to refine technical specifications and rapidly develop prototypes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience building complex enterprise-grade software systems.
• Proficiency in Java, Kotlin, or Golang.
• Experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, gRPC, and Cloud SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL).
• Experience managing multi-modal data including blobs, structured data, and free-form text.
• Must be based in the US.

Nice to have

• Background in power systems or electric grid technologies.
• Experience with data governance, data protection, or data sovereignty.
• Experience building full-stack applications using Angular.
• Knowledge of zero-trust security models and enterprise compliance standards.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary, equity, and 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible hybrid work model and generous PTO.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact global energy problems within an Alphabet-backed environment.