Software Engineer, Distributed Systems

Captions, the leading video AI company serving over 10 million creators and businesses, is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in Distributed Systems to join their Backend/Platform Engineering team in NYC. This role is central to building and scaling the company's core infrastructure that powers their video and AI capabilities across multiple platforms.

The position offers an opportunity to work on high-impact engineering projects, designing fault-tolerant systems that serve millions of users in real-time. As a key member of the team, you'll be responsible for architecting and evolving foundational infrastructure, developing sophisticated video processing pipelines, and supporting AI infrastructure for large video generation models.

The company is backed by prestigious investors including Index Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, Sequoia Capital, and Andreessen Horowitz. Located in Union Square, NYC, they offer a competitive compensation package ranging from $170K to $250K plus equity, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401K matching, and various wellness perks.

The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of experience in distributed systems, strong CS fundamentals, and expertise in languages like Python, Java, and Rust. This is an in-person role that requires presence at their NYC headquarters, offering the chance to work alongside ambitious engineers, researchers, and designers in building the future of video creation.