At a Glance
- Tasks: Build AI-powered backend systems using Python and scalable architecture.
- Company: Join askpolly, a leader in AI insights, located in Ottawa.
- Benefits: Enjoy a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary, and growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on cutting-edge technology and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make an impact by designing robust APIs and workflows for innovative AI solutions.
- Qualifications: 5–8 years of backend software experience with Python or similar languages.
The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.
Build AI-powered backend systems in Ottawa with Python, workflow orchestration, and scalable data-intensive architecture on a hybrid schedule. Own production software from design through delivery. askpolly seeks a Senior Software Engineer with 5–8 years of professional experience. You will design backend services, robust APIs, and agentic workflows for an AI-powered insights platform. Collaboration with product and data science teams supports complex feature delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and maintain scalable backend services and robust APIs
- Build agentic workflows and contribute to product experiences
- Work with LLM pipelines and statistical systems
- Improve reliability, performance, observability, and maintainability
- Evaluate trade-offs and make pragmatic architecture decisions
Requirements:
- 5–8 years building production-grade software professionally
- Strong backend experience with Python, Ruby, Go, Java, or similar
- Workflow orchestration experience with Astro, Apache Airflow, or LangChain
- Understanding of distributed systems, microservices, and message queues
- Strong computer science and scalable system design fundamentals
Apply backend architecture, AI workflows, and distributed systems expertise to build reliable askpolly production software in Ottawa.
Senior Backend AI Software Engineer employer: Forum Ventures, LLC
askpolly is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in Ottawa, where you can thrive as a Senior Backend AI Software Engineer. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, we offer opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI technologies while enjoying a hybrid work schedule that promotes work-life balance. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values your contributions and supports your professional development in building impactful AI-powered solutions.
