Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Infrastructure)

MySQL
UNITED STATES
November 5, 2026
Full Time
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Job Description

Company: Otter.ai
Location: Mountain View, CA
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-time
Pay / Compensation: $210,000 to $275,000 USD per year

About the Role

Are you an experienced Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Infrastructure) looking to make a significant impact at the intersection of scalable web services and cutting-edge AI technologies? You will lead the development, deployment, and management of web services and infrastructure that empower AI-driven products and initiatives at Otter.ai.

What You’ll Do / Key Responsibilities

  • Define and drive the architecture of scalable solutions utilizing MySQL, Vitess, Kafka, Cassandra, and Redis.
  • Leverage Python to build and enhance backend systems that seamlessly integrate with machine learning and AI models.
  • Design and implement robust business logic using web frameworks such as Django, ensuring database compatibility.
  • Serve as a key technical voice with stakeholders, translating complex infrastructure strategies into clear direction.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Holds a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field.
  • Has 10+ years of experience in developing and architecting large-scale web services, preferably supporting AI systems.
  • Demonstrates strong expertise in databases, distributed systems, and backend performance optimization.
  • Possesses expert proficiency in Python or other languages like Go, Java, or C++.
  • Has extensive experience with web frameworks like Django and integration with MySQL, Redis, Elasticsearch, Kafka, and Cassandra.
  • Has hands-on experience deploying and managing services on AWS.

Preferred / Bonus Qualifications (if applicable)

  • Familiarity with HTTP, networking principles, and API design patterns.
  • Experience with operating systems, particularly Linux.

Benefits & Perks (if applicable)

  • Otter.ai is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace.

[Accessibility & Accommodations: Otter.ai is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our hiring process. Contact hr@otter.ai at least 3 business days before your interview.]

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