Perplexity

Backend Product Engineer

Perplexity

Overview

Role involves leading design, implementation, and scaling of backend systems for web and mobile products.

Ideal candidate should have strong experience with Python and databases, and 4+ years in engineering.

200k usd / yearremotemidpermanentfull-timeEnglishPythonPostgreSQLDynamoDBRedisKubernetes

Locations

  • United States, California, San Francisco

Requirements

  • 4+ years of engineering experience
  • Strong experience with Python
  • Experience with infrastructure at scale, ideally Kubernetes

Responsibilities

  • Build systems for data ingestion and processing
  • Maintain and optimize database interfaces
  • Collaborate with clients and frontend engineers
  • Work with machine learning and data science teams
  • Manage complex orchestration systems
  • Scale and load balance services

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Equity included in compensation package