Software Engineer, Backend Development with Python

The Opportunity

At Otter.ai, we have developed the Otter Pilot platform to simplify note-taking, save time, improve productivity, enhance accessibility, and facilitate seamless collaboration. If our product resonates with you, we'd love to connect. We are seeking an experienced software engineer to join a team that values growth, authenticity, and excellence in daily work.

Your Impact

Your expertise in backend infrastructure, system integration, and potentially machine learning will be crucial in advancing Otter Pilot 2.0. At Otter.ai, every idea counts—our innovation and trust are built on an open, collaborative environment where every voice is heard.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Is a passionate and continuous learner who is also a thought leader.
• Is a team player who thrives on collaboration with fellow engineers, bringing out the best in themselves and others.
• Takes pride in creating scalable, reliable solutions.
• Holds a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, with in-depth knowledge of data structures, algorithms, distributed systems, operating systems, and system design/integration.
• Has 2+ years of experience in developing and architecting scalable backend solutions.
• Is proficient in Python.
• Has knowledge of C++ and TypeScript, which is a significant plus.
• Has experience with various databases, queuing systems, and Pub/Sub solutions, with a deep understanding of underlying mechanisms.
• Has experience in integrating with SDKs, which is advantageous.
• Is familiar with Kubernetes, which is a plus.

About Otter.ai

We are in the business of shaping the future of work. Our mission is to make conversations more valuable.

With over 1B meetings transcribed, Otter.ai is the world’s leading tool for meeting transcription, summarization, and collaboration. Using artificial intelligence, Otter generates real-time automated meeting notes, summaries, and other insights from in-person and virtual meetings - turning meetings into accessible, collaborative, and actionable data that can be shared across teams and organizations. The company is backed by early investors in Google, DeepMind, Zoom, and Tesla.

Otter.ai is an equal opportunity employer. We proudly celebrate diversity and are dedicated to inclusivity.

Otter.ai does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies without a written agreement in place for permanent placements. Any resume or other candidate information submitted outside of established candidate submission guidelines (including through our website or via email to any Otter.ai employee) and without a written agreement otherwise will be deemed to be our sole property, and no fee will be paid should we hire the candidate.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $155,000 to $185,000 USD per year.

This salary range represents the low and high end of the estimated salary range for this position. The actual base salary offered for the role is dependent on several factors. Our base salary is just one component of a comprehensive total rewards package.