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TwelveLabs · 1 day ago

Staff Software Engineer, Fullstack (Government)

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$176K/yr - $220K/yr

10+ years exp

TwelveLabs is pioneering the development of multimodal foundation models that enhance video comprehension. They are seeking a Staff Software Engineer, Fullstack to deliver advanced models and products for U.S. public-sector customers, focusing on backend systems, APIs, and frontend applications while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Generative AIInformation TechnologySoftwareVideo

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and implement scalable RESTful APIs (OpenAPI-compliant) that power features such as indexing, search and video analysis, integrating with model inference pipelines

Architect and optimize high-throughput, service-oriented backend systems for enterprise-grade SaaS to ensure low latency, high availability, and scalability

Design and develop responsive, high-performance frontend applications using modern frameworks (React, Next.js), ensuring seamless integration with backend services

Partner with Machine Learning engineers, Infrastructure Engineers and Forward Deployed Engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions, ensuring smooth integration between backend systems, AI pipelines, and user interfaces

Drive adherence to coding standards, best practices, and optimization techniques across the stack, delivering high-quality, reliable, and maintainable systems

Qualification

Full Stack DevelopmentRESTful APIsService-Oriented ArchitectureModern Frontend FrameworksMicroservicesDatabase DesignDockerKubernetesAgile MindsetVideo TechnologiesProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Required

10+ years of professional full stack software engineering experience building applications and tools for government customers, with features such as auditable workflows, secure authentication, and role-based access controls

Backend: Deep knowledge of service-oriented architecture (SOA), RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems. Strong understanding of scalable database design (relational and NoSQL). Familiarity with industry standard authentication and authorization techniques

Frontend: Experience with modern frontend frameworks, including React, Next.js, React Query, and TypeScript. Experience building responsive UIs using CSS frameworks (Tailwind) and component libraries (Material UI)

Infra: Familiar with Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure scaling. Exposure to IaC tools (ex. Terraform), and observability tools (ex. Prometheus, Grafana)

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and first-principles thinking for tackling complex technical challenges

Exceptional communication skills, able to clearly articulate technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Thrives in agile, fast-paced environments, demonstrating adaptability, resilience, and a strong ownership mindset

Preferred

Hands-on experience with video technologies (FFmpeg, AWS Media Services) and integrating backend systems with AI/ML pipelines for video analysis (e.g., object detection, motion tracking, summarization)

Startup Agility: Experience thriving in fast-paced startup environments, with a demonstrated ability to adapt quickly and deliver results with agility