Senior Software Engineer

Albatross AI
London
1 year ago
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About the Team

At Albatross, we are on a mission to revolutionize user engagement. Through advanced AI-driven personalization, we generate inspiring user experiences that increase conversions, and loyalty. Our founders are recognized thought-leaders with a proven track record of delivering personalization solutions at leading tech companies. We are at an exciting stage, having raised significant funding to develop the most advanced recommendation platform. We obsess over our customers and value excellence, ownership, speed, and above all, delivering results. Being part of Albatross means continuously learning, innovating, shaping our products, and directly impacting users. Come and join us.


About the Role:

As a Senior Software Engineer at Albatross, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining our backend infrastructure. You will collaborate with a team of engineers and data scientists to build scalable and efficient solutions that drive our AI personalization platform. Your work will directly impact the development of core features and the optimization of real-time user experiences across a range of industries, from eCommerce to online media. We highly value engineers who not only possess strong technical abilities but also demonstrate excellent communication skills and business acumen. You will frequently interact with cross-functional teams, translate business requirements into technical solutions, and contribute to strategic decisions that shape our product roadmap.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Autonomously design and develop robust backend systems using Python and TypeScript.

  • Work closely with the frontend team using React to ensure seamless integration between backend services and user interfaces.

  • Develop APIs and microservices to support our AI-driven personalization engine.

  • Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability of the backend infrastructure.

  • Collaborate with data science teams to integrate machine learning models into production.

  • Lead and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

  • Participate in code reviews, ensuring high-quality and maintainable codebases.

  • Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to align technical efforts with business objectives.

    Provide insights into how backend developments can drive business growth and improve user engagement.



Requirements:


  • 5+ years of experience in backend development, with a strong emphasis on Python and Typescript.

  • Proficiency in React is a plus.

  • Strong experience with building scalable APIs and microservices.

  • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, etc.) and CI/CD pipelines.

  • Experience with database systems (SQL and NoSQL).

  • Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices.

  • Knowledge of machine learning and AI concepts is a bonus but not required.

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

  • Demonstrated business acumen and the ability to align technical solutions with business goals.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  • Experience working in cross-functional teams and contributing to strategic planning.


Why Join Albatross:

  • Work with a passionate and innovative team at the forefront of AI personalization.

  • Be part of a fast-growing startup with ample opportunities for career growth.

  • Flexible work environment with remote work options.

  • Opportunity to shape the future of a cutting-edge AI platform and make a significant impact.

  • Engage in work that directly influences business strategies and outcomes.


If you’re excited about working on challenging problems and building the next generation of AI-driven solutions, we'd love to hear from you!



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