Kensho Technologies · 5 hours ago
Senior Backend Software Engineer
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $225K/yr
5+ years expKensho Technologies is S&P Global’s hub for AI innovation and transformation, specializing in machine learning and data discovery. The Senior Backend Engineer will develop reliable, secure, and performant APIs that apply Kensho’s AI capabilities to customer workflows, collaborating with various teams to enhance product offerings.
AnalyticsCloud Data ServicesGenerative AIMachine LearningSoftware
Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, document, deploy, maintain, and improve software
Manage individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
Work with key stakeholders to develop system architectures, API specifications, implementation requirements, and complexity estimates
Test assumptions through instrumentation and prototyping
Promote ongoing technical development through code reviews, knowledge sharing, and mentorship
Qualification
Required
At least five years of direct experience developing customer-facing APIs within a team
Thoughtful and efficient communication skills (both verbal and written)
Experience developing RESTful APIs using a variety of tools
Experience turning abstract business requirements into concrete technical plans
Experience working across many stages of the software development lifecycle
Sound reasoning about the behavior and performance of loosely-coupled systems
Proficiency with algorithms (including time and space complexity analysis), data structures, and software architecture
At least one domain of demonstrable technical depth
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
100% company paid premiums
Unlimited Paid Time Off
26 weeks of 100% paid Parental Leave (paternity and maternity)
401(k) plan with 6% employer matching
Generous company matching on donations to non-profit charities
Up to $20,000 tuition assistance toward degree programs, plus up to $4,000/year for ongoing professional education such as industry conferences
Plentiful snacks, drinks, and regularly catered lunches
Dog-friendly office (CAM office)
Bike sharing program memberships
Compassion leave and elder care leave
Mentoring and additional learning opportunities
Opportunity to expand professional network and participate in conferences and events
Company
Kensho Technologies
Kensho is S&P Global’s hub for AI innovation and transformation.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$81.12MKey Investors
S&P GlobalGoldman Sachs
2018-03-06Acquired
2017-02-28Series B· $50M
2016-07-06Non Equity Assistance
Leadership Team
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Bhavesh Dayalji
Chief Executive Officer
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