Python Backend Engineer

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