Senior Software Engineer for AI Startup

Sorry, this job was removed at 02:10 a.m. (CST) on Wednesday, Apr 22, 2026
3 Locations
In-Office or Remote
Artificial Intelligence • Software • Automation
The Role

About Makai

Makai uses best-in-class Al and data to solve real-world operational and strategic challenges at scale. Our Makai Automation Platform consists of a library of pre-built components and modules to facilitate enterprise automation via a unified human-machine teaming interface. Until now, people have had to learn and adapt to software. Makai creates solutions that adapt to people because technology will never be 100% accurate. People are essential for all of our human-machine teaming solutions, as they serve as the final firewall for accuracy and quality.

About the role

This is a full-time remote role for a Senior Software Engineer at Makai Labs. The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for backend app development. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative solutions that enhance user experiences and drive business outcomes.

Qualifications:

  • You will support the initial discovery process to understand how our clients do their work currently, capturing interview notes and parsing through their existing documentation, as well as documenting their present-day workflows and any associated files and data into comprehensive process diagrams.

  • 7+ years of experience in Python, with at least 4 years using Flask

  • Relevant experience using SQLAlchemy and pydantic.

  • Relevant experience with using Docker.

  • Understanding of microservices architecture and related patterns

  • Solid software engineering skills, with the ability to produce well-structured, maintainable code

  • Familiarity with modern authorization mechanisms.

  • Solid experience working from a fully remote position.

  • Good English communication skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop new features using Flask.

  • Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.

  • Ensure the technical feasibility of Ul/UX designs.

  • Collaborate with frontend developers and web designers to improve usability.

  • Write robust, clean, and documented code.

  • Maintain and enhance existing apps applications.

  • Conduct performance tests and ensure responsiveness and stability across all platforms.

Core values for Makai employees

  • Have a strong work ethic. As a member of a fully remote team, it is very important that you can self-manage and drive your own work towards consistent excellence in a timely manner.

  • Be self-sufficient and self-driven with an ownership mentality, no matter your role

  • Be a flexible thinker

  • Be congenial and a team player

  • Always be of service to each other and our clients, partners, and neighbors

Employment Type Full Time

  • Fully remote role

Benefits

  • Fully remote role, Eastern time zone

  • Opportunities to work in-person with local colleagues

  • Generous PTO

  • Full health insurance premium reimbursement

  • 401(k) matching

  • Career growth & development opportunities

Similar Jobs

Workstand Logo Workstand

Client Success Rep

Consumer Web • Digital Media • eCommerce • Information Technology • Sports
Remote
United States
65 Employees
20-25 Annually

Ruli.ai Logo Ruli.ai

Account Executive

Artificial Intelligence • Legal Tech • Software
In-Office or Remote
New York, NY, USA
20 Employees
80K-120K Annually

Samsara Logo Samsara

Operations Manager

Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Computer Vision • Hardware • Internet of Things • Software
Easy Apply
Remote or Hybrid
United States
4000 Employees
119K-200K Annually

Samsara Logo Samsara

Integration Engineer

Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Computer Vision • Hardware • Internet of Things • Software
Easy Apply
Remote or Hybrid
United States
4000 Employees
106K-160K Annually
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: New York, New York
14 Employees
Year Founded: 2021

What We Do

Until now, people have had to learn and adapt to software. Makai creates software that adapts to people. Founded by MIT alumni, Makai Labs develops AI-enabled process automation solutions that deliver a continuous return on investment for companies big and small.

Similar Companies Hiring

Bellagent Thumbnail
Artificial Intelligence • Machine Learning • Business Intelligence • Generative AI
Chicago, IL
20 Employees
Kepler  Thumbnail
Fintech • Software
New York, New York
6 Employees
Onshore Thumbnail
Artificial Intelligence • Fintech • Software • Financial Services
New York, New York
60 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account