Full-Time

Backend Software Engineer

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Encord

Encord

51-200 employees

Data platform for computer vision workflows

Data & Analytics
AI & Machine Learning

Mid, Senior

London, UK

Hybrid position based in London.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Requirements
  • You have seen a lot and built a lot compared to your peers.
  • You have personally developed and maintained multiple systems from scratch.
  • You know what trade offs are involved in building reliable, performant software at speed.
  • You want your work to have a tangible outcome for people.
  • You're not satisfied when building products that do not see the light of day or move a number by a tenth of a percent.
  • You enjoy all aspects of building not only software but a complete product.
  • You are comfortable moving across the stack when necessary.
  • You enjoy problem solving and thinking from first principles.
  • You’re ready to pick up new skills and build quickly.
  • You're happy to tackle problems without a predefined clear definition or obvious solution.
  • You're excited to have autonomy to make decisions as you go.
  • You understand that being a member of a high-performing team requires two things: contributing your best work and helping others contribute their best.
Responsibilities
  • Your work will have direct and tangible impact for customers and in turn noticeably affect the trajectory of the company.
  • You will be entrusted with end-to-end ownership of your projects.
  • You will work across the stack, covering everything from deployment to styling.
  • We expect each other to take initiative, be proactive in problem-solving, and continuously seek improvements.
  • You will often work autonomously to take charge of your projects, make decisions, and drive your work forward.
  • You will tackle complex domains and immense scale with simple solutions.

Encord specializes in providing a data platform focused on advanced computer vision technology. The platform offers tools that help businesses manage their data labeling and workflow processes efficiently. It allows AI teams to create high-quality 'Ground Truth' data significantly faster, which is crucial for training AI models. Encord combines technology with human expertise to ensure the quality of data management services, making it distinct from competitors. The platform supports various types of visual data, including images, videos, and medical imagery, and features automated labeling and customizable workflows that integrate human input. The goal of Encord is to streamline the data management process for AI teams, enabling them to scale their projects effectively while maintaining high standards of quality.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$45.8M

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Encord raised $30M in Series B funding, indicating strong investor confidence.
  • The AI data annotation market is projected to reach $3.6 billion by 2027.
  • Encord's launch of SAM 2 shows agility in adopting cutting-edge AI models.

What critics are saying

  • Encord faces competition from established players like Scale AI and emerging startups.
  • Generative AI's rise may shift investor focus away from predictive models.
  • AI-generated content and deepfakes could lead to regulatory challenges for Encord.

What makes Encord unique

  • Encord offers a unified platform for vision and multimodal AI development.
  • The platform integrates human-centric workflows for efficient data labeling and curation.
  • Encord provides tools for active learning, enhancing model performance and data quality.

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Benefits

Social events

Flexible hours

Hybrid work

Fresh equipment & gear

Health insurance

Generous PTO

Visa sponsorship

Team lunches