Backend Engineer (AI Infrastructure)

TL;DR

Backend Engineer (AI Infrastructure): Designing and deploying scalable foundational systems for data, cloud, and ML infrastructure to support GenAI video products with an accent on GPU capacity management and inference optimization. Focus on building high-performance backend systems to enhance AI researcher productivity and ensure product scalability.

Location: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Palo Alto, or Toronto

Salary: $180,000 – 240,000 annually

Company

hirify.global is an AI company focused on making visual storytelling accessible through generative AI video technology.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable foundational systems for data, cloud, and product infrastructure.
• Manage and schedule multi-vendor GPU capacity.
• Construct ML training and inference systems to optimize GenAI video scalability and performance.
• Collaborate with product engineers and AI researchers to deliver high-performance systems.
• Monitor backend systems for performance, errors, and anomalies, implementing fixes as needed.
• Maintain high code quality through regular reviews, pair programming, and automated testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience working on scalable and performant systems.
• Proficiency in Python or C++.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong knowledge of API design and development.

Nice to have

• Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering.
• Experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration.
• Experience with Machine Learning Infrastructure, particularly in computer vision.
• Prior experience in a startup or fast-paced tech environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Health benefits and 401k plan.
• Generous PTO and parental leave program.
• Access to the latest technologies and tools.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment.