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AI Backend Engineer

MyShell is a decentralized and comprehensive platform for discovering, creating, and staking AI-native apps.

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1–20
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1y ago
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AI Backend Engineer · MyShell

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Job title
AI Backend Engineer
Job location
Remote (APAC)
Job description

About MyShell

MyShell is revolutionizing the AI landscape by building an open ecosystem for AI-native apps. Our powerful platform and intuitive toolkit empower anyone to create, access, and benefit from AI-powered applications. Launched in April 2023, MyShell has quickly gained global traction, attracting a diverse community of creators and users.

Our team of talented individuals from top institutions like MIT, Princeton, and Oxford is committed to fostering innovation in a supportive and transparent work environment. With funding from leading VCs, MyShell is poised to reshape the future of AI, making it accessible and integral to everyone's daily life. Join us on this thrilling journey as we redefine what's possible with AI.

About the Role

In this role, you will be a cornerstone of our engineering team, driving the development of our backend systems. You will be responsible for creating robust, scalable services that power our AI platform, collaborating with frontend developers, and leading the development of new features and infrastructure improvements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain scalable and robust backend services and APIs.
  • Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • Implement high-performance database queries and tune databases for performance.
  • Ensure the best possible reliability, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
  • Lead the development of new features and infrastructure improvements.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in accordance with current best practices.
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote a culture of technical excellence.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 1-3 years of experience in backend development with a strong knowledge of backend languages, such as Golang/Python.
  • Proficiency in designing and managing database systems such as MySQL and MongoDB.
  • Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and understanding of scalable infrastructure.
  • Familiarity with distributed back-end service development processes and specifications, along with commonly used development frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of security practices and networking protocols.
  • Fluency in Chinese (Mandarin) .

Plus Points

  • Exceptional problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills.
  • Experience with AI or machine learning technologies and their integration into backend systems.
  • Contributions to open-source projects or a strong presence in the developer community.
  • Prior experience in a fast-paced startup environment.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and equity package, commensurate with experience and location.
  • Flexible working hours and a fully remote work environment, with the ability to collaborate effectively across time zones.
  • A dynamic and collaborative work environment that fosters innovation, growth, and professional development.
  • The opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and help shape the future of AI, transforming industries and making a global impact.
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MyShell headquarters

San Francisco, CA

Company size

120 employees

Founded

2023

Total raised

$16,600,000

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Funding rounds

  • Seed$11M
  • Seed$5.6M