Backend Software Engineer

Palo Alto, Hybrid

$140k to $250k Base + equity

Visa sponsorship IS available

About the Opportunity

Our client is a fast-growing LegalTech startup on a mission to transform the multi-billion-dollar immigration industry with AI-driven solutions. By combining legal expertise with advanced machine learning, they simplify complex processes for individuals and businesses. They are seeking an ambitious Backend Engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments and is eager to build scalable, AI-powered products from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while shaping the core technology of a rapidly scaling platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and scale backend systems, including APIs, databases, and core services.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers to deliver seamless, user-focused products.
• Own the backend architecture, ensuring quality, performance, and scalability.
• Participate in the full development lifecycle, from design to deployment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of backend development experience.
• Proficiency in Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, and containerized microservices.
• Experience building products on top of LLMs or ML platforms.
• Proven track record of taking products from zero to one.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on, “can-do” mindset.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience in early-stage startups.
• Full-stack development capabilities.
• Knowledge of data lakes, data warehouses, or AI infrastructure.
• Familiarity with AWS, Supabase, or similar tools.