TwelveLabs · 1 day ago
Staff Software Engineer, Backend
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$170K/yr - $190K/yr
10+ years expTwelveLabs is pioneering the development of cutting-edge multimodal foundation models for video comprehension. The Staff Software Engineer, Backend will architect scalable APIs and systems to enhance the AI video platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and adaptability.
Generative AIInformation TechnologySoftwareVideo
Responsibilities
Design and implement scalable RESTful APIs adhering to OpenAPI specifications, powering features like video search, generation, and embedding, integrated with model inference pipelines
Architect high-throughput, service-oriented backend systems to support enterprise-grade SaaS solutions for diverse customers, leveraging cloud-native tools (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure)
Optimize performance and reliability of distributed systems, processing large-scale video data with low latency and high availability
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product managers, frontend engineers, AI/ML teams) to deliver end-to-end video solutions
Apply video-specific technologies (e.g., encoding, transcoding, streaming, metadata extraction) to enhance product capabilities and meet strategic goals
Qualification
Required
10+ years of backend engineering experience, with a proven track record of designing and delivering scalable web services and APIs
Advanced proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs, adhering to OpenAPI/Swagger specifications, with experience in modern frameworks (e.g., Go's Gin or Echo, Spring Boot, or similar)
Deep expertise in service-oriented architecture (SOA), microservices, and distributed systems, with strong knowledge of scalable database design (e.g., relational, NoSQL) and effective use of event-driven architecture
Extensive experience with cloud-native development and deployment on platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure, leveraging tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, or serverless frameworks to ensure scalability and resilience
Strong first-principles thinking to address complex technical challenges, combined with effective communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams
Preferred
Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, particularly related to video analysis (e.g., object detection, motion tracking, or video summarization), and experience integrating backend systems with AI models or data pipelines
Hands-on knowledge of video-specific tools and frameworks (e.g., FFmpeg, AWS Media Services) to support video processing workflows
Experience thriving in fast-paced startup environments, with a demonstrated ability to adapt quickly and deliver results with agility
Proficiency with Go (Golang) and its ecosystem, aligning with team preferences
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) for building and monitoring scalable systems
Benefits
An open and inclusive culture and work environment.
Work closely with a collaborative, mission-driven team on cutting-edge AI technology.
Full health, dental, and vision benefits.
Flexible PTO and parental leave policy. Office closed the week of Christmas and New Years.
VISA support (such as H1B and OPT transfer for US employees).
Company
TwelveLabs
The world's most powerful video intelligence platform for enterprises.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$107.12MKey Investors
Firstman StudiosNaver VenturesRadical Ventures
2025-10-10Corporate Round
2025-06-09Series Unknown
2024-12-12Series A· $30M
Leadership Team
Jae Lee
Founder & CEO
Recent News
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