Senior Backend Engineer

Leading AI solution for enterprise translations, providing multilingual digital customer experiences at scale through Contextual AI Engine.
$150,000 - $220,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Backend Engineer

LILT is revolutionizing enterprise translations with their Contextual AI Engine and Human Adaptive Feedback system. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be part of building a high-performance, large-scale language translation system that serves global organizations like Intel, ASICS, WalkMe, and Canva. The role focuses on developing and scaling cloud-based services, implementing cutting-edge NLP techniques, and working with distributed translation workflows.

The position offers significant growth opportunities in a mission-driven environment where you'll contribute to core platform development. You'll collaborate with talented teams to design and improve backend systems, implement new features, and mentor peers. The company, founded by former Google Translate team members, has a strong focus on machine learning and Large Language Models.

Working in a hybrid setting, you'll be based in one of several major US tech hubs. The role requires strong expertise in Java and Python, leadership experience, and the ability to drive large-scale engineering initiatives. You'll be part of a company that's making waves in the industry, recently recognized in The Software Report's annual list and the Inc. 5000 List.

The compensation package is comprehensive, including market-rate salary, equity, and extensive benefits. LILT offers a unique opportunity to work on revolutionary AI technology while solving real-world enterprise translation challenges. The company's commitment to technical excellence and continuous improvement makes this an ideal role for engineers passionate about scaling impactful solutions.

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Responsibilities For Senior Backend Engineer

  • Collaborate with engineering and infrastructure teams to design, build and improve platform's backend systems
  • Implement new platform features to drive growth
  • Mentor peers and Lilt's community on advanced technical issues
  • Raise the technical excellence bar through code quality, reviews, and test coverage

Requirements For Senior Backend Engineer

Java
Python
  • 5+ years of software development experience with Java and Python
  • 2+ years of experience leading a major software component
  • Proven ability to drive large-scale engineering efforts
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Authorization to work in the U.S.

Benefits For Senior Backend Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Parental Leave
  • Market salary
  • Meaningful equity
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible time off
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • FSA/DFSA, HSA, and Commuter benefits
  • Basic life insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Paid parental leave after 6 months
  • Monthly lifestyle benefit stipend

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