Senior Backend Engineer

Location: Remote, US

We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join our Engineering team at CYPHER Learning. Our mission is to revolutionize learning through our advanced CYPHER LMS, equipped with leading generative AI capabilities that enhance personalized learning experiences, predict learner outcomes, and deliver valuable insights. If you thrive on challenges, enjoy solving problems, and have a strong background in building SaaS solutions, we invite you to apply. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in developing with APIs from various AI models, particularly with Ruby on Rails, and be an expert in object-oriented programming.

Responsibilities:

As part of a global Engineering team, the Senior Backend Engineer will be responsible for the development of new generative AI features, enhancing existing functionality using Ruby on Rails on AWS/Azure, and collaborating with team members around the world. Together, your goal will be to contribute to a collaborative culture of building innovative learner experiences and deploying high quality software. Beyond technical tasks, you will engage with Engineers to promote a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.

We are looking for candidates that are highly motivated self-starters with experience in all phases of the software development life cycle, demonstrating excellent analytical and communication skills. Candidates that can demonstrate mastery in API, extensive experience in software integrations, and hands-on expertise in AI integration will make it through the first round.

Responsibilities:

• Develop new generative AI features and enhance existing functionality using Ruby on Rails.
• Collaborate with Principal Engineers, QA Engineers, UI/UX Designers, Documentation Specialist, Project Managers, DevSecOps, Support and Product Marketing experts, working across the entire software development life cycle.
• Utilize tools like GitHub, Confluence, and JIRA for development.
• Integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI frameworks into our LMS.
• Engage in research and development to prototype new AI-driven functionalities outlined by Architects and Product Managers.

Required experience:  

• 5+ years’ experience in backend development with Ruby on Rails
• Proficiency in integrating and validating APIs from various AI models and frameworks, particularly in a SaaS environment.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts, with hands-on experience working with LLMs and AI-driven API’s.
• Experience with data, reporting, and analytics frameworks.
• A track record of identifying challenges, conducting research, and developing creative, and effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to a diverse audience.
• High work ethic and ability to work well in a global team.

Additional skills a plus:

• Git
• AWS
• Web services (SOAP/REST)

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, business or a related field is preferred.

Our Values:

• Curiosity - Continues learning to stay agile and innovative.
• Connection – Embracing and celebrating our differences.
• Empowerment – Rewarding positive people-centric behaviors and decisions.
• Potential – Challenging status quo and pushing for what’s possible.
• Impact – Making a positive impact for our clients and communities around the world.

CYPHER LEARNING is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at CYPHER LEARNING without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law.