Senior Software Engineer - Enterprise AI

Join our innovative team as a Senior Software Engineer, where you'll lead the development of cutting‑edge enterprise AI solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and driving technological advancement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the comprehensive delivery of major platform projects, ensuring successful design, deployment, and post‑launch performance.
• Manage and enhance Kubernetes clusters, focusing on networking, operators, and multi‑tenant orchestration.
• Design and develop scalable and reliable distributed services and cloud‑native infrastructure on AWS and/or GCP.
• Implement engineering excellence through rigorous code quality standards, design reviews, and automation practices.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align architecture with business objectives and product goals.
• Mentor and guide fellow engineers in making informed architectural decisions and adopting best practices.
• Partner with leadership to ensure engineering strategies align with product objectives and technical roadmaps.

Skills

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in software engineering with a strong focus on backend and infrastructure.
• Proficient in programming with Python and/or Go, with a proven track record of delivering production‑level code.
• Extensive hands‑on experience with Kubernetes, including building and operating clusters.
• Demonstrated ability in designing and managing distributed systems in a production environment.
• Strong understanding of cloud‑native technologies and practices, particularly in AWS and/or GCP.
• Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or Datadog.
• Experience in multi‑cloud or hybrid infrastructure setups.
• Knowledge of API gateways and policy/authorization frameworks.
• Background in improving engineering productivity at scale.

At Horizontal, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Pay range $49 - $85 per hour based on qualifications and experience.