Backend Engineer

Ideogram is a new generative AI startup looking for a dedicated Backend Engineer to join the team. Our mission is to help people become more creative. We are developing state-of-the-art AI tools that will make creative expression more accessible, fun, and efficient. We are pushing the limits of what's possible with AI, with a focus on creativity and a high standard for trust and safety.

As a Backend Engineer, you will have expertise in building, debugging, and optimizing software in large-scale, high-volume environments. You will be a key participant in defining the platform roadmap and product strategy which will ultimately transform and expand the creative economy.

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years developing and shipping large scale backend systems (Node.js or Python preferred)
• Experience in writing scalable and reliable code
• Familiarity with GCP or similar cloud technology
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter - able to come up to speed on complex, difficult concepts with minimal assistance
• Experience communicating complex technical issues to technical and non-technical team members
• Excitement about generative AI technology and its impact on the creative economy
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience in developing machine learning models in JAX, PyTorch, and TensorFlow
• Track record in machine learning innovation
• Experience in low-level machine learning optimization

Engineering Culture: We're a small and committed technical team that oversees engineering, research, design, product, and operation. Everyone on the team is willing to do whatever necessary to create a delightful product for our customers. We believe that a small dedicated team with a collaborative culture can move faster and build better and more coherent products than large hierarchical organizations.

As a member of our technical team, you'll own projects end-to-end, directly engaging with our customers. From designing a machine learning system to developing the product and UX design, you will have a direct impact. At Ideogram, we provide mentorship and support to help our employees grow with the company and achieve their ambitious career goals.

Ideogram is committed to welcoming everyone, regardless of gender identity, orientation, or expression. Our mission is to remove exclusivity and barriers and encourage new thinking and perceptions, in a space of belonging.