Lead Backend Engineer

We're seeking hands-on Lead Software Engineers who can build production-ready AI solutions on AWS and guide distributed teams while continuously scouting and prototyping emerging AI technologies. You'll join our Product Engineering group, owning end-to-end delivery of next-generation Amorphic AI solutions while mentoring engineers across global teams.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

- Lead the integration of cutting-edge AI/LLMs into Amorphic AI Solutions, ensuring seamless interoperability and optimal performance
- Design and architect complex software systems with focus on scalability, maintainability, and performance
- Architect production-grade RAG pipelines and multi-agent orchestration on AWS (Lambda, ECS/Fargate, Bedrock, SageMaker, DynamoDB, S3, EventBridge, Step Functions)
- Drive the design and implementation of scalable AI pipelines

Development & Innovation

- Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable backend applications using Python and AWS services
- Stay current with AI advancements through hands-on experimentation with emerging frameworks (LangChain, Hugging Face Transformers, CrewAI) via prototypes and side projects
- Optimize AI solution performance focusing on cost-effectiveness, latency, and resource utilization
- Develop strategies for monitoring, maintaining, and improving deployed AI models in

production

- ## Team Leadership

- Lead 5-10 engineers through design reviews, pair-programming, and PR feedback.
- Conduct code reviews and design discussions to ensure adherence to best practices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams globally to identify requirements and implement solutions
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for architecture, design decisions, and coding practices

Requirements

- BE / B.Tech in Computer Science or related field
- 8+ years of experience in software development
- Solid understanding of large language models (LLMs), including experience with prompt engineering, fine-tuning, or integrating LLM APIs (e.g., from OpenAI, Anthropic, or AWS Bedrock)
- Hands-on experience building AI solutions using latest tools and frameworks (e.g., langchain, crewAI), demonstrated through side projects, open-source contributions, or personal prototypes
- Proven leadership experience in managing and mentoring high-performing teams of software and application developers
- Exceptional proficiency in Python programming language
- Solid understanding of AWS ecosystem including Lambda functions, S3 buckets, EMR clusters, DynamoDB tables etc.
- Proven experience in a leadership role, leading software development teams in the delivery of complex projects
- Deep understanding of software architecture and design principles, with a focus on building scalable and maintainable systems
- Experience with distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud-based solutions
- Strong knowledge of software development best practices, including code reviews, testing, and CI/CD pipelines
- Experience working with AWS services and developing Cloud Native Applications using REST APIs is must have
- Experience working in an agile delivery environment, especially product engineering teams

Benefits

We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally. Here's a look at the comprehensive benefits and perks we offer:

Financial Well-being & Security

- Competitive Compensation : Enjoy competitive salaries and bonuses that reward your hard work and dedication
- Robust Insurance Coverage : Benefit from health, life, and disability insurance to ensure you and your family are protected
- Provident Fund Eligibility : Secure your future with eligibility for the provident fund

Work-Life Balance & Flexibility

- Flexible Working Hours : We offer flexible working hours to help you manage your personal and professional commitments
- Generous Paid Time Off : Take advantage of unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), with a mandatory minimum of 1 week per year to ensure you recharge
- Comprehensive Leave Policies : We provide paid vacation days, sick leave, and holidays, plus supportive parental leave (maternity, paternity, and adoption) and bereavement leave when you need it most
- ### Professional Growth & Development
- Learning & Development : Elevate your skills with access to extensive certification and training programs
- Cutting-Edge Technologies : You'll work at the forefront of innovation with cutting-edge technologies, constantly igniting your passion for continuous learning and growth
- ### Culture & Community
- Recognition & Rewards : Your contributions won't go unnoticed with our recognition and reward programs
- Engaging Activities : Connect with your colleagues through company-sponsored events, outings, team-building activities, and retreats