Backend Software Engineer

Job Title: Backend Software Engineer

Location: Onsite (Palo Alto, CA)

Position Type: FTE

Level: Mid-Level

Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000

Job ID: #155746

About the Role

We’re looking for a skilled Backend Software Engineer with a strong foundation in cloud infrastructure and backend systems to join our team building AI-powered customer engagement solutions. You’ll be instrumental in developing scalable, secure, and production-grade systems that bring real-time AI capabilities to life.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services supporting AI-driven customer experiences.
• Develop secure, efficient CI/CD pipelines for rapid deployment of AI features and models.
• Implement and fine-tune containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Collaborate closely with AI engineers to deploy, serve, and monitor LLMs and generative models in production.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and security of customer-facing systems.
• Drive automation and optimization across development, staging, and production environments.
• Contribute to infrastructure design decisions, including Terraform modules and cloud architecture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in backend software development, focusing on cloud infrastructure and DevOps.
• Deep hands-on experience with GCP services (GKE, IAM, Cloud Build, Cloud Run, etc.).
• Proficiency in Python (primary) and Go (secondary) for backend systems and scripting.
• Strong production experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Terraform and infrastructure-as-code best practices.
• Knowledge of secure deployment practices and IAM design principles.
• Experience integrating or serving LLMs or GenAI models in cloud environments is a strong plus.
• Thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments—ideally startup settings.

Preferred Experience (Nice to Have)

• Experience deploying open-source LLM frameworks like LangChain, LlamaIndex, vLLM, or Ollama.
• Exposure to observability and monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Sentry, or GCP Monitoring.
• Familiarity with API gateway configuration, rate limiting, and security at the edge layer.

Why Join Us

• Be part of an innovative team building next-generation AI solutions.
• Work in a collaborative and agile environment that values experimentation and impact.
• Enjoy a competitive compensation package and meaningful growth opportunities in a high-demand field.

About Us:

Founded in 2009, IntelliPro is a global leader in talent acquisition and HR solutions. Our commitment to delivering unparalleled service to clients, fostering employee growth, and building enduring partnerships sets us apart. We continue leading global talent solutions with a dynamic presence in over 160 countries, including the USA, China, Canada, Singapore, Japan, Philippines, UK, India, Netherlands, and the EU.

IntelliPro, a global leader connecting individuals with rewarding employment opportunities, is dedicated to understanding your career aspirations. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, IntelliPro values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected group status. Moreover, our Inclusivity Commitment emphasizes embracing candidates of all abilities and ensures that our hiring and interview processes accommodate the needs of all applicants. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusivity at https://intelliprogroup.com/.

Compensation:

The pay offered to a successful candidate will be determined by various factors, including education, work experience, location, job responsibilities, certifications, and more. Additionally, IntelliPro provides a comprehensive benefits package, all subject to eligibility.