Software Engineer, Platform (AI)

TL;DR

Software Engineer, Platform (AI): Building and scaling application and data infrastructure for millions of users creating gammas daily with an accent on real-time collaborative editing, databases, and public APIs. Focus on shipping backend systems that impact growth metrics and user experience.

Location: Onsite in San Francisco, CA

Company

Gamma is a startup focused on modern communication tools powered by AI.

What you will do

• Design and implement scalable APIs, distributed systems, and data infrastructure that serve millions of users
• Help define and evolve the core data model and storage systems powering Gamma's business
• Ship backend systems that directly impact growth metrics and user experience
• Work on real-time collaborative editing, databases, public APIs, and high-volume event pipelines
• Balance long-term technical investments with rapid shipping velocity
• Collaborate across frontend, product, and data teams to deliver high-quality solutions under tight timelines

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of backend engineering experience building scalable systems
• Strong proficiency in backend technologies (Node.js, Python, or similar) and databases (PostgreSQL, Redis)
• Experience with high-traffic production systems and performance optimization
• Track record shipping high-quality, complex applications under tight timelines
• Product-minded approach with understanding of how technical decisions impact user experience and business metrics
• Thrives in fast-paced, product-led environments where shipping quality directly impacts growth