Software Engineer, AI Imaging (Backend)

Job Description

• This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Software Engineer, AI Imaging (Backend) in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity for a backend engineer passionate about artificial intelligence, scalable systems, and next-generation imaging technologies. In this role, you will help build the technical foundation for AI-powered image generation solutions that support highly personalized digital experiences at enterprise scale. You’ll work at the intersection of backend engineering, large language models, and intelligent workflow automation, contributing directly to innovative products used by millions of consumers. The position offers the chance to collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced and highly creative environment where experimentation, ownership, and technical excellence are highly valued. Ideal for someone who thrives in growth-stage environments, this role combines hands-on software development with opportunities to shape AI infrastructure, optimize workflows, and influence long-term product direction. You’ll play a key role in building reliable, scalable systems that transform how AI-generated visual content is delivered across modern retail experiences.
• Accountabilities: Develop and maintain production-grade backend systems and services primarily using Java and cloud-native technologies. Design and implement scalable AI-powered workflows supporting image generation, personalization, and content delivery initiatives. Build and optimize integrations with large language models and AI platforms, including prompt engineering, testing, and context management strategies. Contribute to the architecture and development of agentic AI workflows and intelligent automation systems. Design systems for monitoring, evaluating, and improving LLM performance, reliability, and operational scalability. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, and AI-focused teams to deliver scalable and maintainable solutions for enterprise clients. Optimize database interactions, backend performance, and distributed application architecture to support high-volume environments. Participate in technical discussions and contribute thought leadership around AI tooling, LLM implementation strategies, and backend system design. Support deployment, maintenance, and continuous improvement of containerized cloud-based applications and services. Help establish engineering best practices, scalable workflows, and technical standards within a rapidly growing product area. Requirements: Minimum 5 years of professional software engineering experience with strong expertise in Java backend development. Proficiency with SQL and relational database technologies in production-scale environments. Strong understanding of cloud computing, distributed systems, and containerized application deployment. Experience working with AI tools, large language models, prompt engineering, or AI workflow design concepts. Familiarity with modern AI models and platforms such as OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, or similar technologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams in collaborative environments. Experience designing scalable, maintainable backend architectures capable of supporting enterprise-grade applications. Comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving environments with ambiguity and rapid iteration cycles. Strategic mindset with the ability to contribute to long-term technical direction and innovation initiatives. Experience within high-growth startups, AI-focused products, retail technology, or imaging-related workflows is considered a plus. Familiarity with Clojure, fashion technology, or image generation processes is advantageous. Benefits: Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI imaging and personalization technologies at enterprise scale. Collaborative and innovative environment that encourages experimentation, ownership, and technical creativity. Exposure to advanced AI systems, large language models, and scalable backend architectures. Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding and forward-thinking technology organization. Flexible remote-friendly work culture designed to support autonomy and productivity. Opportunity to influence foundational systems and workflows within a new and evolving product line. Work alongside highly skilled engineering, AI, and product teams focused on innovation and customer impact. Inclusive and supportive workplace culture centered on collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement. Meaningful work contributing to AI-powered experiences used by millions of digital consumers globally.
• How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1
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