Read AI, Inc.

Senior Software Engineer - Backend (Core Services)

Read AI - Seattle HQ · Senior

No sponsorship$10k-$44kDetected 336 days ago

PythonJavaC++Node.jsFastAPIBackend DevelopmentCode ReviewAWSDockerKubernetesTerraformCI/CDDevOpsAPI DevelopmentOAuthData ScienceCybersecurityHubSpotCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

About the role

Senior Software Engineer, Backend Read AI is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Backend team.
You'll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, shipping code weekly and directly impacting millions of users.
Why Read AI? - Innovative: We bring AI to the masses with proactive technology that acts as the ultimate AI assistant.

Responsibilities

Architect, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs, primarily using Python (FastAPI), SQLAlchemy, and AWS infrastructure.
Design and implement features for data ingestion, third-party integrations (e.g., Slack, HubSpot, Notion), authentication/authorization, and enterprise-grade security and compliance.
Own the full software development lifecycle: requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and monitoring.
Collaborate closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and data scientists to deliver innovative solutions.
Drive technical excellence through code reviews, mentorship, and best practices in software engineering.
Continuously improve system performance, scalability, and reliability to support rapid user and data growth.

Requirements

7+ years of professional experience in backend software engineering, with a strong track record of shipping production systems.
Proficiency in Python (or similar languages such as Java, C++, or Node.js)
Familiarity with CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code (Terraform), and modern DevOps practices.
ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience working in a startup or fast-paced environment is highly valued.
Massive Impact: AI's greatest impact will be on the ability to allow people to do more, taking away mundane tasks, and guiding them to the next best action.
AI's greatest impact will be on the ability to allow people to do more, taking away mundane tasks, and guiding them to the next best action.

Nice to have

Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.

Skills

Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Compensation

Software Engineer positions offer a base pay range of $190,000 - $200,000, plus equity and benefits.

Company info

Read AI is the fastest growing AI-copilot and meeting notetaker in history, and is one of the leading AI companies in the world, adding more than 1MM new customers every month.
The company raised Series A and B in 2024, also was recognized as a Top Startup in Seattle by LinkedIn (2025), also notably a Top Company To Watch in 2025 https://www.inc.com/jennifer-conrad/16-companies-to-watch-in-2025/91024584 by Inc Magazine, and is one of the Top AI Companies in Demand by Startups https://techcrunch.com/2025/10/02/a-new-a16z-report-looks-at-which-ai-companies-startups-are-actually-paying-for/, according to a16z.
Work in a supportive and collaborative environment with a diverse and talented team.
Software Engineer positions offer a base pay range of $190,000 - $200,000, plus equity and benefits.
Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.
We also offer low deductible health plans, as well as flexible time away and family leave programs.
Please note our company does not provide visa support or sponsorship for employees.

Visa & Work Authorization

Please note our company does not provide visa support or sponsorship for employees.

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