Software Engineer, HeyGen Labs
HeyGenSan Francisco, California, United States • Palo Alto, California, United States • Los Angeles, California, United States
Posted September 15, 2025
200000 - 235000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
HeyGen is a leading platform for visual storytelling, offering easy-to-use video creation tools that eliminate the need for specialized skills or expensive equipment. With services like AI avatars, text-to-video conversion, realistic voice options, and generative AI, HeyGen empowers businesses to create professional-quality videos quickly and efficiently, making marketing and content creation accessible to all.
Job Description
HeyGen is seeking a software engineer to join their growing team, focused on their Interactive Avatar, a visual interface powered by AI that offers accessibility for creative applications like online education and customer support. The role involves owning core backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and proactively improving technology through research and development.
Requirements
- 5+ years of hands-on backend engineering experience
- Deep expertise in backend development using Node.js, Python, or Go
- Solid understanding of real-time systems (WebRTC, streaming, low-latency APIs)
- Experience deploying AI-powered models in production
- Exceptional collaboration and communication skills
- Self-starter with a growth mindset
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Equity
- Health benefits
- Generous PTO
- Parental leave
- Emotional health resources