Backend Engineer / Tech Lead at Tamber

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Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering, with expertise in backend development.
• 3+ years of technical leadership experience, leading teams or major engineering initiatives.
• Strong backend development skills with expertise in Python and/or Node.js.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS EC2, Firebase, or similar).
• Deep understanding of API architecture, database design (PostgreSQL, Redis), and distributed systems.
• Experience with real-time systems (WebSockets, event-driven architectures, message queues like Kafka or RabbitMQ).
• Strong security knowledge (OAuth, JWT, IAM policies, compliance best practices).
• Familiarity with AI/ML model deployment, optimizing inference, and integrating ML models into production.
• Ability to design and optimize scalable microservices with an eye on performance and maintainability.
• Passion for music technology and an understanding of music/audio storage and processing (a plus but not required).
• Excellent communication skills—able to translate complex technical challenges into clear solutions.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and execute in a fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems that support AI-driven music creation and discovery.
• Architect APIs and backend services to handle real-time processing, storage, and AI inference.
• Lead backend engineering efforts while actively contributing high-quality, production-ready code.
• Develop and manage cloud infrastructure (AWS EC2, Firebase, Docker, Kubernetes) to ensure scalability and reliability.
• Implement security best practices (OAuth, JWT, IAM policies) to protect user data and prevent vulnerabilities.
• Optimize and deploy AI/ML models into production, integrating them seamlessly into Tamber’s core platform.
• Work on real-time systems (WebSockets, event-driven architectures, message queues) to enhance interactivity.
• Ensure smooth cross-functional collaboration between engineering, design, and product teams.
• Establish engineering best practices, fostering a high-performance, innovation-driven culture.