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Accrete.AI

Backend Engineer, ML Focus

Accrete.AI, New York, New York, us, 10261


Office Location:

Lower Manhattan, NY

- Hybrid

U.S. Citizenship Required

Accrete AI is a dynamic and innovative company focused on transforming the future of artificial intelligence. We specialize in creating advanced AI solutions that turn complex data into actionable insights, driving real-world impact for businesses and government organizations. Our team thrives on creativity and collaboration, working together to push the boundaries of AI technology.

At the core of our offerings are our AI agents, designed to autonomously analyze data, generate insights, and make intelligent recommendations. These agents help businesses streamline operations, improve decision-making, and also empower government entities to enhance security, intelligence, and operational efficiency

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced

Backend Engineer

with a strong technical background to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and building robust, scalable backend systems to power our AI solutions. This engineer will work on backend solutions in collaboration with our AI Platform team, which is a research-engineering focused team oriented around building next generation multi-agent applications. The ideal candidate has either 3+ years of professional experience or a graduate degree in a relevant field.Key Responsibilities:Work closely with researchers and scientists to understand backend requirementsArchitect, develop, and maintain backend systems that support AI-driven applications and servicesBuild and manage RESTful APIs and microservices for internal and external useEnsure performance, scalability, and security of backend infrastructure in cloud environmentsDebug, troubleshoot, and improve existing backend applications and processesWrite clean, maintainable, and efficient code to support AI-driven applicationsLead code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practicesWrite pipelines to integrate new data sourcesMonitor backend systems and address issues related to system performance, reliability, and securityStay informed about new technologies and trends in backend development, cloud services, and AI toolsQualifications:Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience, graduate degree preferredExperience:

3+ years of professional experience in backend development with a track record of building and maintaining complex, scalable systemsTechnical Skills:

Proficiency in PythonStrong experience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB)Expertise in building and maintaining RESTful APIs and microservicesUnderstanding of cloud platforms (preferably AWS with some knowledge of Azure)Familiarity working with Docker and KubernetesFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and automated testingFamiliarity with data pipelines, stream processing, and distributed systemsKnowledge of DevOps best practices, monitoring, and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack)

Soft Skills:Excellent problem-solving and debugging abilities, with a strong attention to detailStrong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary teamLeadership qualities, with experience mentoring junior developers or leading small teamsSelf-motivated and proactive, with a passion for learning new technologies and improving systemsSalary : 130k-150k

Benefits:

Fortune 500 level core benefits package: health, dental, vision, Rx, long-term disability, short-term disability, life insurance, & 401(k) Traditional & RothUnlimited PTO & all U.S. federal holidays offCompany events include happy hours, team bonding with bowling, tennis, and moreOur office is stocked with lunch & snacks - healthy, delicious, beverages, vitamins & more

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. If you are an innovative and results-driven leader, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Accrete is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.