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TwelveLabs · 1 day ago

Staff Software Engineer, Fullstack (Government)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Lead/Staff

$170K/yr - $190K/yr

10+ years exp

TwelveLabs is pioneering the development of cutting-edge multimodal foundation models that comprehend videos like humans. The Staff Software Engineer will design, build, and scale systems for government deployments, ensuring compliance with security standards and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Generative AIInformation TechnologySoftwareVideo

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

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 ArchitectureScalable Database DesignReactNext.jsDockerKubernetesInfrastructure as CodeAgile MindsetProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

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)

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)

Government & Security-Specific Expertise: Experience deploying with GovCloud or air-gapped environments. Familiarity with RBAC, LDAP, and government SSO standards. Eligibility for U.S. Security Clearance

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

Active Government Security Clearance

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