Xylem · 23 hours ago
AI Senior Backend lead for Internal Applications
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $185K/yr
10+ years expXylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact. As an AI Senior Backend lead for Internal Applications, you will be responsible for leading technical direction, mentoring engineers, and ensuring the implementation of AI-driven backend solutions.
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Responsibilities
Define and drive technical architecture and design patterns for backend systems, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and security
Establish and champion software engineering best practices, including code reviews, testing strategies, CI/CD standards, and documentation
Evaluate, design, and guide implementation of AI/ML components, frameworks, and workflows, ensuring they are reusable and aligned with company priorities
Oversee the design of AI automation workflows while remaining hands-on in prototyping critical components
Ensure backend systems integrate smoothly into CI/CD pipelines and multi-cloud infrastructure, working with DevOps teams as needed
Mentor and coach engineering team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement
Conduct thorough code reviews that serve as teaching moments, elevating code quality across the team
Facilitate knowledge sharing through technical design discussions, architecture review sessions, and documentation
Stay current with emerging technologies, especially AI/ML advancements, and evaluate their applicability to internal tooling
Experiment with and integrate AI/ML technologies into internal applications to drive automation and efficiency
Adapt quickly to changing technologies, requirements, and organizational priorities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's and/or Master's degree, preferably in CS, or equivalent experience
10+ years of backend engineering experience with strong proficiency in Python (required) and at least one other modern language
Proven experience defining and guiding the design of enterprise-level reusable components and architectures
Ability to make architectural decisions across Azure, AWS, and GCP, collaborating with platform/DevOps teams
Proven experience integrating corporate infrastructure with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows
Strong understanding of API design, microservices architecture, and distributed systems
Solid grasp of security principles, including RBAC, authentication/authorization patterns, and secure coding practices
Demonstrated experience as a technical leader or tech lead, guiding teams toward architectural decisions and best practices
Proven track record of mentoring engineers and elevating team capabilities
Excellent communication skills to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Experience guiding the design of internal tools that streamline corporate processes
Passion for clean code, design patterns, and software engineering best practices
Self-starter with intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new technologies
Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced, evolving environments
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
401(k) with company contribution
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Xylem
Xylem is the global leader in advanced technologies, solutions and services that address the world’s biggest water challenges.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Bill Grogan
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Matt Latino
VP, Finance and Segment CFO Americas, Applied Water Systems and Measurement & Control Solutions
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