Senior Software Engineer, Backend Platform
harvey
About this role
A Senior Software Engineer, Backend Platform at Harvey is responsible for developing and maintaining the internal backend frameworks and libraries that underpin all services within the company. This role focuses on designing APIs, implementing modern architectural patterns like asynchronous I/O, and ensuring reliability and observability through robust metrics and testing. The engineer will collaborate with product teams to enhance developer experiences and streamline the delivery of high-quality, scalable services while addressing challenges related to GenAI-native applications. Proficiency in Python and experience in backend development and internal developer platforms are essential for this high-impact position.
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About harvey
www.harvey.aiHarvey is a legal AI company that provides generative AI tools for law firms and legal teams. Its platform helps with tasks such as legal research, drafting, document analysis, and workflow automation.
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About harvey
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$200k – $260k
per year