Senior Backend Engineer - Communications (USA Only - 100% Remote)
The Ladders
United States
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Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$120,000.0 - $150,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
Tech stack
Artificial Intelligence
Distributed Systems
Internet Message Access Protocols
Python (Programming Language)
Redis
Software Tools
Software Engineering
Twilio
TypeScript
WebSocket
WebRTC
Backend
+1 more
Apache Kafka
Job description
- Revamp the company’s email and calendar synchronization system for improved performance
- Enhance voice agent capabilities as part of the live call experience
- Develop solutions for managing inbound conversations and seamless call routing
- Integrate advanced scheduling features directly into the company’s platform
- Design mechanisms for human interaction with AI-generated tasks and outputs
- Increase connection and answer rates using innovative telephony strategies
- Advance streaming infrastructure using tools like Kafka and Redis
Requirements
- 5-7 years of engineering experience with a focus on software development
- Proficient in Python with working knowledge of Go, Rust, or TypeScript
- Extensive experience with email and calendar systems, particularly IMAP and synchronization protocols
- Strong understanding of real-time distributed systems, including WebRTC and WebSockets
- Experience building AI features for workflows, especially in real-time environments
- Deep familiarity with telephony systems and protocols; Twilio knowledge is advantageous
- Comfortable using AI tools to enhance productivity in coding and project execution
Benefits & conditions
- Flexible work environment that encourages team movement and cross-project collaboration
- Opportunities for professional development through diverse technical challenges
- Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies for software development
- Support for remote work arrangements, providing a healthy work-life balance
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification-your background could be exactly what this team needs.
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