Full-Time Senior Software Engineer

SlideSpeak is an AI startup transforming how businesses create presentations. Since our launch, users have uploaded over 3 million files. We're expanding our team to enhance and scale our RAG-based AI presentation platform.

Role Overview: We're seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer who thrives on high-level architecture, strategic planning, and leading critical projects. You'll be a key decision-maker shaping the architecture, guiding technical strategy, and mentoring team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead architectural planning for feature and high-level technical strategy across the full stack.
• Design, build, and scale robust backend systems using Python, FastAPI, and advanced database frameworks.
• Oversee frontend development with NextJS, React, and TypeScript, ensuring scalability and optimal performance.
• Guide development of cutting-edge LLM and ML services for generating creative content.
• Establish and enhance infrastructure with microservices architecture on GCP, AWS, and Azure.
• Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and drive engineering best practices.
• Participate in high-level product planning, roadmapping, and technical decision-making.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 4-5+ years experience as a Software Engineer with demonstrated leadership in architecture and planning.
• Expert-level proficiency in Python and backend frameworks (ideally FastAPI).
• Strong expertise in React/NextJS and TypeScript.
• Strong experience maintaining and scaling larger codebases.
• Deep familiarity with cloud platforms (GCP preferred).
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable, production-grade systems.

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience in a startup environment.
• Experience with AI frameworks (LangChain, Llama Index).
• Knowledge of vector databases (PGVector), PostgreSQL optimization.
• Familiarity with SVG and 2D graphics development.

Tech Stack:

• Frontend: NextJS, Zustand, Tailwind, Prisma
• Backend: Python, FastAPI, Llama Index
• Database: PostgreSQL, PGVector
• LLMs & AI Models: Azure OpenAI, Google Gemini Flash, Replica
• DevOps & Infrastructure: GitHub Actions, Checkly, Docker Compose, Azure, GCP, AWS

Benefits:

• Competitive salary ($60k-$90k USD, based on experience)
• Fully remote with flexible scheduling (travel every 6 months)
• Company-provided laptop and software budget
• Budget for industry-leading conferences
• Fully paid quarterly trips across Europe and globally
• WeWork membership

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