Python Backend Engineer

We are seeking a versatile backend engineer with Python and Go expertise to support our Unified Member Platform and AI/ML services. This role involves maintaining systems that serve 500+ Member Support Associates with GenAl capabilities and comprehensive member data access.

Key Responsibilities

AI/ML Development: Build and maintain Python-based Al services using LlamaIndex, FastAPI, and LLM integrations
API Development: Develop high-performance Go APIs using Huma and Fx frameworks
LLM Integration: Implement and optimize integrations with OpenAI, Google Vertex Al, and AWS Bedrock
Data Pipeline Development: Build data pipelines using Temporal for workflow orchestration
Vector Database Management: Implement pgVector for semantic search and RAG applications
Microservice Architecture: Maintain event-driven microservices with Kafka integration
Security Implementation: Implement LLM-Guard and other Al safety measures
Testing: Write comprehensive tests using Pytest and Go testing frameworks

Required Qualifications

Go Expertise: Experience with Go for building high-performance APIs
Python Expertise: Strong Python v3.+ skills with FastAPI, Pydantic, and async programming Experience: 4+ years backend development with Python and/or Go
AI/ML Experience: Hands-on experience with LLMS, RAG systems, or NLP applications
Database Skills: PostgreSQL experience including pgVector for embeddings
Event Systems: Kafka or similar event streaming experience
API Design: RESTful API design and implementation Testing: Strong testing practices in Python and Go

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Llamalndex, LangChain, or similar Al frameworks
Knowledge of prompt engineering and LLM optimization
Experience with Temporal or similar workflow engines
Understanding of customer support systems
Experience with data privacy and security in Al applications