World Labs is revolutionizing artificial intelligence by developing Large World Models. We're looking for a Product-Minded Senior Backend Engineer to design, develop, and maintain backend systems, APIs, and infrastructure to support generative AI products at scale.
Requirements
- 5+ years of engineering experience in diverse technical environments
- Experience in the full end-to-end software lifecycle
- Deep understanding and expertise in distributed backend systems, APIs, database management, and security authentication/authorization mechanisms
- Experience with user-facing APIs and end-to-end system design
- Proficient in at least one of Golang, Node
- Proficiency in Python/PyTorch to architect APIs wrapping AI models is a plus
- Proficiency in JavaScript and React for front-end development is a plus, with a willingness to work across the stack as needed
- Proven ability to operate effectively in startup environments as an early-stage engineer or founder, demonstrating adaptability and ownership
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality, impactful solutions