Remote Back End Engineer (Node, Machine Learning)

Description:

• We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our client's fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• This position is a chance to shape the future of one of the most ambitious genealogical preservation efforts in the world.
• You will help design, build, and operationalize robust backend systems and machine learning infrastructure to validate and protect millions of oral history records collected across Africa.
• Your work will directly contribute to preventing fraud, ensuring data authenticity, and advancing AI adoption for meaningful social impact.
• Location: Must reside and have work authorization in Latin America.
• Availability: Must be available to work with significant overlap with Mountain Standard Time (MST).

Requirements:

• The ideal candidate has a BS/MS in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with 7+ years of backend development experience (Node.js preferred, Python, Go, or Java also considered).
• Hands-on experience deploying and maintaining machine learning models in production (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Hugging Face) is required.
• Experience customizing and fine-tuning pre-trained models for specific use cases is necessary.
• A strong grasp of API design (REST/gRPC) and scalable system architecture is essential.
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines, observability, and rollback strategies is required.
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes) is necessary.
• The candidate should be comfortable collaborating with data scientists, UX designers, and product teams.
• A creative and curious mindset with a willingness to propose innovative approaches is important.
• Excellent communication skills in English (C1 preferred, strong B2 may be considered) are required.
• Nice to have: Experience with MLOps tools (LangChain, MLFlow), A/B testing, streaming platforms (Kafka, Google Pub/Sub), or work on fraud detection/sensitive data projects.

Benefits:

• The position offers an opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a social impact.
• You will be part of a dynamic team that values creativity and innovation.
• The role allows for collaboration with diverse teams, including data scientists and UX designers.
• You will have the chance to contribute to cutting-edge technology in the field of machine learning and backend development.
• The position provides flexibility in work location, as long as you reside in Latin America.