Staff Backend Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Staff Backend Engineer (Python/AI): Building and scaling Developer and Enterprise APIs for a conversational voice intelligence platform with an accent on scalability and architectural foundations. Focus on designing robust APIs to bring ML audio models to market and improving system reliability for enterprise-scale customers.

Location: Hybrid (Somerville, MA)

Salary: $180,000 – $200,000

Company

hirify.global is a leader in conversational voice intelligence, providing APIs and applications that help platforms detect harm and prevent fraud using ML audio models.

What you will do

• Collaborate with engineering and product leadership to scope, design, and execute API projects.
• Design, build, test, and deploy scalable API features and improvements.
• Maintain and operate production APIs to ensure high reliability and performance.
• Debug complex issues to improve system stability and scalability.
• Mentor team members and contribute to technical discussions and demos.
• Develop early-stage products critical to the company's growth.

Requirements

• Strong professional experience with object-oriented Python.
• Proven track record of designing and building APIs in production environments.
• Experience building greenfield systems and scaling existing products.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional engineering teams.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid model in Somerville, MA

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, including HSA and FSA.
• Flexible PTO and a strong culture of taking time off.
• Competitive salary plus equity.
• Hybrid work environment with core in-office days and flexible remote options.
• Up to 8 weeks work-from-anywhere policy per year.
• Support for continued learning and professional growth resources.