Senior Software Engineer - - Canva AI
Core
Building a robust, scalable backend platform for Canva AI to support seamless integrations and high performance for 150 million global users.
Role type
Senior Backend Engineer (AI Platform)
Builds
End-to-end core product experiences and the conductor platform powering Canva AI
Domain
Generative AI / Large Language Models / Platform Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
Backend architecture, complex project execution, hands-on coding, system reliability, technical debt reduction, stakeholder management, product strategy, AI technology adoption
Preferred skills
Product-minded engineering approach, strategic insight, independent execution on ambiguous scopes, deep ownership, forward-thinking mindset
Technologies
Large language models, fine-tuning techniques, evaluation methodologies, APIs
Responsibilities
Implement critical path code for complex projects, collaborate with teams to evolve Canva AI integrations, mentor backend engineers on best practices, guide platform strategy and identify stakeholder pain points, work with cross-functional stakeholders to address user and developer needs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities