job summary:
Join the team behind client groundbreaking AI DJ and personalized listening experiences. As a Backend Engineer on the team within Personalization, you will play a central role in scaling interactive, AI-driven audio features to millions of new listeners worldwide across 17 languages and 95 new markets.
location: Telecommute
job type: Contract
salary: $95 - 100 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, build, evaluate, and ship LLM-based backend solutions for the interactive AI DJ and "Talk to client " features.
- Write, deploy, and maintain distributed, high-volume backend services operating at global scale.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners in user research, design, data science, product management, and engineering to launch new personalized features.
- Drive API development and system architecture to serve stakeholder requirements and reduce custom one-off implementations.
- Participate in rapid experimentation and continuous iteration within an autonomous, cross-functional agile team.
- Engage with and influence the broader backend developer community to shape company-wide architectural standards.
qualifications:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Solid track record in backend engineering, writing and operating distributed, high-scale production services.
Hands-on experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs) or Machine Learning systems in a production environment.
Strong background in system design, data structures, algorithms, and API development.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, experimental environment with clear target deadlines.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Prior experience with client systems, tools, or past experience as a client contractor.
Excellent cross-functional communication and technical presentation skills.
skills:
AI,Backend,data structures,distributed systems,LLM-based,LLM,Machine Learning Systems,problem-solving skills,self-driven,collaborating,multi-disciplinary teams,algorithms,Backend Engineering,presentation skills,Personalization,Computer Science fundamentals,risk management,stakeholder communication,storytelling,system design,roadmapping
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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