ReplitHire With Rapha

AI Backend Engineer

Work From Anywhere$150K - $250Kfull-time

About the role

Replit is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Backend Engineer with a passion for AI to join the team. As a Backend Engineer - AI, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining the AI infrastructure that powers our platform. You'll work closely with a talented cross-functional team of engineers and researchers to build innovative AI features that will enhance the overall user experience.


You will…:

  • Design, develop, and maintain the backend systems that support AI features on the Replit platform.
  • Collaborate with AI researchers and engineers to integrate AI models and algorithms into our platform.
  • Optimize and scale Large Language Model serving infrastructure to ensure the platform can handle increasing user demands.
  • Implement monitoring and logging solutions to proactively identify and address performance issues.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including front-end engineers, product managers, and data scientists, to deliver high-quality AI features.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation to ensure knowledge sharing and onboarding of new team members.


Required skills and experience:

  • Proven experience (3+ years) as a Backend Engineer with a focus on AI or Machine Learning projects.
  • Strong proficiency in Python and Go
  • Experience with AI frameworks and libraries
  • Knowledge of MLOps (and LLMOps) best practices
  • Knowledge of distributed computing, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure), and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.


Bonus Points: 

  • Experience working at a DevTools company or product