Staff Backend Developer
Mountain View, CA, United States
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Why Join Inworld
Inworld is the best-funded startup in AI and games with a $500 million valuation and backing from top tier investors like Intel, Microsoft, Lightspeed, Bitkraft, Founders Fund, Kleiner Perkins, and more. Inworld was recognized by CB Insights as one of the 100 most promising AI companies in the world and was nominated alongside Anthropic, DeepMind, OpenAI and Nvidia for Generative AI Innovator of the Year at the VentureBeat Awards 2023.
Inworld is the leading AI engine for games, enabling developers to build groundbreaking game mechanics, dynamic NPCs and worlds that evolve with each action. Inworld powers experiences built by Niantic, NetEase Games and LG, among others, and has partnerships with key industry players such as Microsoft/Xbox, Epic Games and Unity.
We are looking for a Staff / Principal Level Backend Engineer to join our talented team and help build the product that will shape the future of AI.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related technical field or equivalent practical experience.
3+ years professional experience with Java and/or Kotlin.
Expertise in SQL and NoSQL databases.
Experience in Kubernetes.
Practical knowledge of cloud platforms: AWS or Google Cloud.
Hands-on experience in designing and developing high-load distributed systems.
Strong fundamentals in the data structures, algorithms, design patterns, and object-oriented programming.
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of professional experience with Java and/or Kotlin.
Experience in building ML systems and/or development platforms.
Experience in leading small teams.
Responsibilities
Building from scratch or in the early phase: high-load distributed systems, high-quality APIs, ML inference, and training infrastructure.
Contributing to the product design and roadmap.
Prototyping new ideas and features.
In-office location: Mountain View, CA, United States.
Remote location: United States.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $180,000 - $260,000. In addition to base pay, total compensation includes bonus, equity and benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location, level, and additional factors, including competencies, experience, and business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
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