# Software Engineer, Backend

**Company:** [Beacon AI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/beacon-ai)
**Location:** San Carlos, CA
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Salary:** $135k – $190k/yr
**Experience:** 2+ years
**Skills:** Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, APIs, Databases, Data Pipelines, AWS, CI/CD, DevOps
**Posted:** 2026-07-06

> Build and maintain backend services, APIs, and data pipelines for Beacon AI's flight safety platform. Requires 2+ years backend experience with Python or JS/TS, API and database familiarity, and production environment exposure. Hybrid role in San Carlos, CA.

## Job Description

## What You’ll Do
- Design, implement, and maintain backend services and APIs used by web and mobile applications.
- Work with senior engineers to build reliable, scalable backend systems in production environments.
- Integrate with internal and external data sources, including real-time and batch data pipelines.
- Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional partners to deliver backend features that support user-facing functionality.
- Participate in code reviews and follow established backend best practices and architectural patterns.
- Help ensure system reliability, performance, and maintainability through testing, monitoring, and documentation.

## What Will Make You Successful
- 2+ years of experience building backend systems, or equivalent experience through internships, projects, or coursework.
- Experience with at least one modern backend language such as Python or JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js).
- Familiarity with designing or consuming APIs and working with databases or data stores.
- Exposure to production environments and an understanding of reliability, performance, and security fundamentals.
- Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn from feedback and mentorship.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.

## Bonus Points
- Passion for aviation and a desire to improve air travel efficiency and safety.
- Exposure to data pipelines, real-time data systems, or distributed systems concepts.
- Interest in machine learning, data-intensive systems, or large-scale data processing.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms, CI/CD workflows, or DevOps concepts.

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