Principal Software Engineer (Backend) - Dublin, California (On-site)

About Us:

Welcome to Articul8 AI, where innovation meets passion and excellence is our North Star. We're a trailblazing team of visionary thinkers, driven by a relentless pursuit of perfection and a desire to revolutionize the AI landscape. With a customer-obsessed mindset, we craft cutting-edge products that shatter expectations and push the boundaries of what's possible. At Articul8 AI, we're not just building a business - we're on a mission to empower, inspire, and make a lasting impact on the world, one innovation at a time.

Job Description: 

Articul8 AI is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (Backend) specializing in Python APIs to join our team and contribute to the development of robust, scalable backend services for our enterprise GenAI platform. If you have a proven track record of building scalable, cloud-based systems from the ground up, then this is the role for you!  

Responsibilities: 

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable RESTful and GraphQL APIs using Python. 

• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers, data scientists, and frontend developers to build and integrate AI/ML features into the platform. 

• Optimize backend services for performance, reliability, and scalability in cloud and on-premises environments. 

• Implement secure, efficient data handling and processing pipelines for AI/ML workflows. 

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following best practices in software engineering. 

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve technical issues in production and development environments. 

• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical design sessions. 

• Ensure API security, compliance, and performance standards are met. 

• Mentor and develop engineers, help define and grow the technical culture, and assist in attracting and retaining engineering talent 

• Rotating responsibilities for on-call when required 

Required Qualifications: 

Education Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer science, Computer Engineering, or relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. 

Professional Experience: A proven track record as a technical leader in developing scalable, maintainable, and high-performance applications. 8+ years of professional experience in backend development with Python/Java. 

Core Technical Skills: 

• Strong proficiency in building RESTful and GraphQL APIs using frameworks like FastAPI, Flask, or Django. 

• Solid understanding of API design principles, authentication, and authorization mechanisms (OAuth, JWT). 

• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, GraphDB, VectorDB etc.). 

• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). 

• Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing. 

• Experience with AI/ML model integration, data pipelines, and MLOps workflows. 

• Knowledge of message brokers and event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ). 

• Background in microservices architecture and distributed systems. 

• Familiarity with feature flagging technologies and multi-tenant SaaS environments. 

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 

Professional Attributes: 

• Problem Solving: Exceptional problem-solving ability and attention to detail, with examples of challenging problems solved in high-stakes environments. 

• Adaptability and Communication: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, adapt to changing technologies and priorities, and have strong communication skills for effective team collaboration. 

• Customer Support and Incident Management: Willingness to support customer deployments and participate in the incident management process, demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction and service reliability. 

• Experience building products at hyper-growth startups is preferred. 

In addition to our competitive salary and benefits package, we offer a range of perks and programs designed to help you succeed, including: 

• Professional development opportunities, including training and mentorship programs 

• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options 

• Access to the latest technologies and tools 

• Regular social events and team-building activities 

• A supportive and inclusive work environment 

Join a Community that Thrives on Innovation and Growth

At Articul8, we're building a diverse and inclusive community that values lifelong learning and creativity. We empower our team members to think outside the box, explore new ideas, and push beyond conventional boundaries. Through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and constructive feedback, we foster a supportive environment that fuels both personal and professional growth.

  Embark on a Journey of Continuous Learning and Innovation

As a member of our team, you'll enjoy endless opportunities for learning and growth as we revolutionize the world of Generative AI. If you're passionate about making a difference and being part of a team that's changing the game, we'd love to hear from you.

  Ready to Shape the Future?

Apply now to join the Articul8 team and be part of an exciting adventure that's transforming the enterprise landscape. Together, let's push the boundaries of what's possible and create a brighter future for Generative AI.