Sr. Software Engineer - TripActions

We are seeking a talented Backend Engineer to help bring advanced AI/ML features to our travel and expense management platform. This position is perfect for a strong backend developer who’s excited to work with the latest AI/ML technologies in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment.
About the Position
As a Backend Engineer, you’ll design and build high-performance backend systems that enable large language models (LLMs), retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and conversational assistants in our consumer products. You will collaborate closely with experts in AI/LLM and product teams to translate concepts into robust, scalable solutions for our end users.

What You’ll Do:

• Build and maintain scalable backend APIs and microservices supporting AI/LLM-powered features
• Connect backend systems to AI/LLM services and platforms
• Work with AI/LLM specialists to deliver production-ready, machine learning-driven functionality
• Ensure all systems are reliable, high-performing, and secure
• Partner with product and engineering teams to define requirements and deliver innovative features

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of backend development experience
• Proficiency in at least one backend programming language (such as Java)
• Proven ability to develop and support production-grade APIs and distributed services
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and distributed computing
• Experience working with SQL and NoSQL database systems
• History of shipping scalable, consumer-facing products
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML platforms and libraries (OpenAI, Hugging Face, etc.)
• Exposure to LLMs, RAG, or conversation-based AI/ML applications
• Familiarity with vector databases and embedding-based solutions
• Solid background with public cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Understanding of AI/ML concepts and deployment patterns