Software Engineer – Back End

Distyl AI

Software Engineer designing and optimizing AI-native platform for enterprise systems. Collaborating with engineers and leaders to address complex deployment challenges.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsGoGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaKubernetesMicroservicesPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help design, build, and optimize Distillery—our AI-native platform
Develop scalable AI infrastructure, ensuring system reliability
Collaborate with engineers and business leaders to tackle complex AI deployment challenges
Build & Scale AI-Native Infrastructure
Develop Cloud-Native Microservices & Scalable AI Systems
Optimize System Performance & Reliability
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-10+ years of software engineering experience
Proficiency in Backend & Systems Engineering
Expertise in Python, Java, Golang, or C++ for building scalable, high-performance systems
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, CI/CD, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure), and infrastructure as code
Strong interest in AI-native development
Experience with security, distributed systems, storage, ML/AI Ops, and large-scale observability is a plus
Ability to travel 10-20%

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% covered medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents
401(k) with additional perks (e.g., commuter benefits, in‑office lunch)
Access to state‑of‑the‑art models, generous usage of modern AI tools, and real‑world business problems
Ownership of high‑impact projects across top enterprises
A mission‑driven, fast‑moving culture that prizes curiosity, pragmatism, and excellence

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonJavaGolangC++Backend EngineeringSystems EngineeringCloud-Native MicroservicesAI InfrastructureCI/CDInfrastructure as Code

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunicationCross-Functional Teamwork