Senior Software Engineer - Backend (Core)

Senior Software Engineer Read AI is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Backend team. As a senior contributor, you will play a key role in designing, building, and scaling backend systems that power our AI-driven productivity platform. You'll work in a fast-paced, collaborative 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. Participate in on-call rotations and contribute to operational excellence, reliability, and observability of backend systems. Continuously improve system performance, scalability, and reliability to support rapid user and data growth. Contribute to a culture of innovation, ownership, and customer-centricity. What we look for: 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); Experience designing and building distributed, cloud-native systems (preferably on AWS). Deep understanding of API design, authentication/authorization protocols (OAuth2, JWT), and security best practices. Familiarity with CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code (Terraform), and modern DevOps practices. Excellent communication skills; ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong sense of ownership, curiosity, and a passion for innovation and continuous learning. Experience working in a startup or fast-paced environment is highly valued. Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus. 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. Read AI