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Senior Software Engineer, Backend

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Join Our Team as a Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Captions is at the forefront of video AI technology, empowering over 10 million creators and businesses to produce engaging video content. We are on a mission to serve the next billion users with our innovative solutions. As a rapidly growing company, we are looking for a talented Senior Software Engineer to join our backend team in New York City.

About the Role

As a Senior Software Engineer, Backend, you will play a crucial role in building scalable architectures and products that define the future of video software. You will ensure high uptimes and performance for all engineering systems, directly impacting the experience of Captions' users. Collaborating with a diverse team of engineers, designers, and product managers, you will conceptualize and deliver exceptional user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain scalable backend systems and architectures.
  • Ensure high performance and reliability of engineering systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
  • Utilize cloud platforms such as AWS and GCP for building distributed systems.
  • Implement and optimize NoSQL databases and PubSub systems.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience as a backend engineer.
  • Strong understanding of Computer Science fundamentals, including algorithms and data structures.
  • Experience with distributed systems, cloud platforms (GCP, AWS), and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
  • Familiarity with NoSQL databases and scalable architecture design.
  • Bonus: Experience with GPU management and optimization at scale.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • Commuter benefits and catered lunch multiple days per week.
  • Dinner stipend for late work hours and Doordash DashPass subscription.
  • Health & Wellness perks including Talkspace, Kindbody, and One Medical subscription.
  • Multiple team offsites per year and monthly team events.
  • Generous PTO policy and flexible work-from-home days.

Location

This role is based in our New York City office, located in Union Square. We believe in the power of in-person collaboration and require our team to work on-site.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Captions is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Join us in shaping the future of video creation and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and growth.

Benefits
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  • 401(k)
  • Commuter benefits
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Catered lunch multiple days per week
  • Dinner stipend
  • Doordash DashPass subscription
  • Health & Wellness Perks
  • Multiple team offsites per year
  • Generous PTO policy
  • Flexible WFH days

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