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Lead/Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2025

Job Details

A cutting-edge AI company is hiring a Lead/Senior Backend Software Engineer to join a fully remote team. This company partners with the world's most innovative, industry-defining organizations to build intelligent systems that help identify outlier talent. This is a full-time opportunity to work on a platform that blends deep technology with real-world impact, using a stack built around Go, Postgres, and Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform).

This isn't just another engineering role-it's a chance to lead mission-critical work at the intersection of AI and human potential. You'll lead data pipeline development and other impactful backend features, work closely with cross-functional teams, and join a small but mighty startup on the rise. There's real growth here-both in what you'll build and in where your career can go.

Required Skills & Experience
  • 7-10 years of professional software engineering expertise
  • Expertise in Go/Golang
  • Proficient with Postgres
  • Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)
  • Proven experience leading projects and working in fast-paced, early-to-late stage startup environments
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Experience building or contributing to a search engine or search-based product
  • Background in data pipelines or AI-driven platforms
  • Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) or natural language search
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills across distributed teams
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
  • 70% Go (Golang)
  • 20% Postgres
  • 10% Google Cloud Platform
Daily Responsibilities
  • 70% Hands-On Development
  • 20% Project/Team Leadership
  • 10% Cross-Functional Collaboration

The Offer
  • Salary Range: $175,000-$230,000
You will receive the following benefits:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage-99% paid by the company
  • Laptop and peripherals of your choice
  • Competitive Salary and Equity

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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Salary : $175,000 - $230,000

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