Backend Engineer

AI-powered enterprise knowledge system combining Google-like search with ChatGPT capabilities, founded by former Google and Facebook engineers.
$140,000 - $265,000
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
101 - 500 Employees
3+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Backend Engineer

Glean is revolutionizing enterprise knowledge work through AI, building a system that combines the power of Google-like search with ChatGPT capabilities. Founded by former Google search and Facebook engineers, the company is backed by prestigious VCs including Sequoia, Kleiner Perkins, and Lightspeed.

As a Backend Engineer at Glean, you'll be instrumental in building a highly performant, scalable, and secure system that makes enterprise knowledge readily accessible. You'll work on challenging aspects of modern cloud-native applications, including distributed systems, unified application frameworks, and comprehensive security implementations.

The role offers exciting opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology while solving complex technical challenges. You'll be part of a diverse, creative team with leadership experience from top tech companies like Google, Slack, Facebook, and Dropbox. The position requires strong technical skills, particularly in languages like Go, Python, or Java, and experience with cloud platforms.

What makes this role unique is the chance to shape the future of AI-powered workplace tools while working alongside industry veterans. You'll benefit from competitive compensation ($140,000-$265,000), comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work environment. The company strongly values diversity and inclusion, making it an ideal place for engineers who want to make a significant impact while growing professionally.

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Responsibilities For Backend Engineer

  • Own impactful infrastructure problems from inception and architecture to production launch
  • Write well thought out design documents and robust, high-quality and well-tested code
  • Work collaboratively with a strong team to identify the most impactful projects
  • Mentor more junior engineers or learn from battle tested ones

Requirements For Backend Engineer

Go
Python
Java
  • 3+ years of experience
  • BA/BS in computer science, or related degree
  • Experience working on infrastructure for distributed systems or cloud-native applications
  • Strong coding skills in Go/Python/Java
  • Familiarity with cloud native development practices in GCP/AWS/Azure
  • Thrive in a customer-focused, tight-knit and cross-functional environment
  • Proactive and positive attitude to lead, learn, troubleshoot and take ownership

Benefits For Backend Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Education Budget
  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical, Vision and Dental coverage
  • Flexible work environment and time-off policy
  • 401k
  • Company events
  • Home office improvement stipend
  • Annual education stipend
  • Wellness stipend
  • Healthy lunches and dinners provided daily

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