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Full-Time

Senior software engineer

Backend, Scala

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Writer

Writer

501-1,000 employees

AI platform for business process optimization

Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Microsoft Azure
Git
Docker
AWS
Scala
REST APIs
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 +years of recent professional experience in functional programming and Scala
  • Proficient in Cats Effect or similar technologies, such as ZIO, Monix, or Scalaz, to design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and resilient distributed systems
  • Exceptional understanding of backend development principles, including RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and database design.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of distributed systems, scalability, and performance optimization techniques.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to effectively articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain backend systems and APIs using Scala and related technologies
  • Collaborate with data scientists and machine learning engineers to integrate AI models into the backend infrastructure
  • Optimize and scale backend services to handle large volumes of data and ensure high performance
  • Implement data storage and retrieval mechanisms, ensuring data integrity and security.
  • Work closely with frontend developers to define and implement APIs that meet the requirements of the user interface
  • Collaborate with SREs to deploy and monitor backend services in a cloud environment
  • Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to coding standards
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and proactively suggest improvements to enhance the backend infrastructure

Writer.com provides a platform that uses artificial intelligence to enhance business processes for various clients, including major companies. The platform integrates Large Language Models (LLMs), Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Machine Learning (ML) to tailor AI solutions to a client's specific brand and knowledge. LLMs generate human-like text, NLP helps computers understand human language, and ML enables learning from data. Writer's platform is built on secure, enterprise-grade LLMs called Palmyra, which are designed to be open and transparent, ensuring that client data is never used for training. This allows clients to self-host the models, giving them control and visibility over their data. The platform assists businesses in speeding up processes and generating customized outputs, such as summaries and insights, while adhering to legal and brand guidelines. Writer.com operates on a subscription-based model, where clients pay a recurring fee for access to its features.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$126M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

89%

1 year growth

369%

2 year growth

1131%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Writer.com's continuous innovation, such as the launch of Palmyra-Vision, positions it as a leader in enterprise AI solutions.
  • The company's strategic partnerships and high-profile clients, including Vanguard, Intuit, and Accenture, reflect strong market trust and potential for growth.
  • CEO May Habib's recognition as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum highlights the company's leadership and influence in the AI industry.

What critics are saying

  • The rapid pace of AI advancements requires Writer.com to continuously innovate to stay ahead of competitors.
  • The complexity of integrating AI into diverse business processes may pose challenges in scalability and client-specific customization.

What makes Writer unique

  • Writer.com offers a secure, enterprise-grade AI platform with proprietary LLMs, Palmyra, which ensures data privacy and control, unlike many competitors who use client data for training.
  • The company's focus on integrating AI into all business processes, including generating text from images and multimodal AI capabilities, sets it apart from other AI providers.
  • Writer.com's ability to analyze up to 10 million words of company-specific information with advanced RAG technology provides a significant edge in data processing and customization.

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