About this opportunity
Cypress HCM lists this Back End Developer opportunity in san francisco, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are seeking Backend Engineer with an extensive background building production-grade backend systems and net-new functionality for product-based engineering. Looking for someone that will thrive in a fast-paced startup environment with a passion for AI-driven technology and LLM functionality.
Base pay range
$160,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr
Location: Downtown San Francisco (onsite)
Employees: 20
Position Reporting To: CTO
Partner with technical and business leadership to shape platform architecture and long-term product strategy.
Build, maintain, and scale backend services, APIs, and data pipelines that support real-time application workflows.
Contribute to the development and optimization of AI-enabled features and intelligent automation within the platform.
Own projects end-to-end from technical design through production rollout, emphasizing performance, reliability, and scalability.
Engage with internal teams and end-users to gather feedback and continuously improve core product experiences.
What you can bring to the table to impact this role, team, and organization:
3-10 years of experience building and supporting production-level backend systems.
Strong experience with python and Django (or modern web frameworks), including API design and development.
Solid understanding of relational databases and date modeling (Postgres or comparable)
Hands-on experience deploying and operating cloud-based services (AWS or similar)
Exposure to real-time systems, streaming architectures, or AI/ML-powered platforms.
Compensation: $160 - $220K + equity options
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Software Development and Market Research
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Worksite address
san francisco, CA, 94199, US
Who can apply
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