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Cotiviti · 2 months ago

Principal Backend Engineer AI (Python)

United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$210K/yr - $250K/yr

12+ years exp

Cotiviti is seeking a highly experienced Principal Software Engineer to design and build the backend infrastructure for their centralized AI platform. This role focuses on developing robust, scalable backend services that support the deployment and management of AI agents through unified APIs and user interfaces.

Information Technology & Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Design and implement scalable RESTful APIs endpoints for the AI platform

Design and develop Python/Java SDKs that provide intuitive interfaces for teams to interact with the AI platform

Build robust backend services using Python (FastAPI, Django, or Flask) to handle agent lifecycle management, deployment, and monitoring

Develop secure authentication and authorization systems supporting multi-tenant architecture

Understand how an agentic solution works and create efficient data access layers and database schemas that enable AI agents to interact with various internal data sources

Implement asynchronous task processing systems for handling long-running AI agent operations

Lead technical discussions, mentor junior engineers, and help set the technical vision for the AI platform roadmap

Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and regulatory requirements across the software development lifecycle

Provide technical guidance on backend architecture, Python development, and SDK design best practices

Complete all responsibilities as outlined in the annual performance review and/or goal setting

Complete all special projects and other duties as assigned

Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualification

PythonBackend developmentDistributed systemsMicroservicesFastAPIDjangoFlaskDatabase technologiesSDK developmentVersion controlCI/CD pipelinesContainerizationCloud platformsJavaSQLAlchemyDjango ORMGitDockerKubernetesAWSGCPAzureSoft skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

12+ years of backend development experience with 5+ years building scalable Python applications and APIs

Experience in building large-scale distributed systems and microservices

Strong programming skills in Python; proficiency in Java a plus

Expert-level proficiency in Python and modern frameworks (FastAPI, Django REST Framework, Flask)

Strong experience with database technologies (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM frameworks (SQLAlchemy, Django ORM)

Hands-on experience with agentic AI frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen, or similar

Proven experience developing and maintaining SDKs or client libraries for internal or external usage

Strong experience with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins), and automated testing

Experience with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

Cloud platform experience (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

Ability to navigate complex and fast-changing technologies and requirements

Ability to work independently as well as collaborate as a team with a sense of urgency

Professional with the ability to properly handle confidential information

Be value-driven, understand that success is based on the impact of your work rather than its complexity or the level of effort

Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines

Flexibility to work with global teams as well geographically dispersed US based teams

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area

Must be able to provide high-speed internet access/connectivity and office setup and maintenance

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life insurance coverage

401(k) savings plans

Paid family leave

9 paid holidays per year

17-27 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, depending on specific level and length of service with Cotiviti

Company

Cotiviti

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Cotiviti enables healthcare organizations to deliver better care at lower cost through advanced technology and data analytics that improve the quality and sustainability of healthcare in the United States.

Founded in 1979

South Jordan, UT, US

5001-10000 employees

http://www.cotiviti.com

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