Remote Senior Backend Engineer – ML Infrastructure

Description:

• Tech9 is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to contribute to AI-centered solutions that enhance organizational adaptability and efficiency.
• The role involves building a backend system for a client focused on preserving oral genealogical records across Africa, ensuring data integrity and fraud prevention.
• The engineer will deploy and operationalize machine learning systems that validate and protect millions of oral history records.
• Responsibilities include building and maintaining scalable backend services, designing architecture for ML models, and collaborating with data scientists.
• The position requires designing APIs for ML features, developing validation tools, and contributing to creative technical solutions for data authenticity.
• The tech stack includes Node.js, SQL, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud services like AWS, GCP, or Azure.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 7+ years of backend development experience with scalable systems, preferably in Node.js, Python, Go, or Java.
• Hands-on experience in deploying and maintaining ML models in production using frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Hugging Face is required.
• Applicants should have experience in customizing and fine-tuning pre-trained models for specific use cases.
• A strong understanding of API design (REST/gRPC) and system architecture is essential.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, observability, and rollback strategies is necessary.
• Candidates should be comfortable with containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes).
• The ability to work cross-functionally with data scientists, UX, and product leaders is important.
• Candidates should be creative, curious, and confident in proposing new ideas and approaches.

Benefits:

• Tech9 offers a dynamic and innovative work environment where employees can thrive and collaborate.
• The company is committed to empowering organizations with cutting-edge AI technology and expert project management.
• Employees will have the opportunity to influence significant social impact through their work on genealogical records.
• The role provides a chance to work with a diverse tech stack and engage in meaningful projects that drive long-term transformation.