Junior Software Engineer

Location: In-Person (Carlsbad)

Company: XILO

XILO, a fast‑growing Vertical AI company recently backed by a Series A financing round, is seeking a Junior Backend Engineer to contribute to the development and enhancement of our platform’s services. This role is ideal for an ambitious individual eager to build their engineering career in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

Founded in 2019 by two best friends, Jon and Eli, XILO set out to revolutionize the insurance industry by solving its biggest challenges. Eli, a brokerage owner, brought invaluable industry expertise, while Jon, an experienced software engineer, saw an opportunity to innovate using technology. Initially launched as a vertical SaaS solution addressing core quoting challenges, XILO has since evolved into a trailblazing Vertical AI company leveraging the latest AI technology to transform the industry.

By layering cutting‑edge AI solutions onto its SaaS platform, XILO is driving innovation far beyond its original vision. Having recently closed our Series A funding round, XILO is growing rapidly and seeking talented individuals who want to do career‑defining work in a mission‑driven startup that’s at the forefront of AI innovation.

As a Junior Backend Engineer, you’ll be part of a supportive team that’s designing and building APIs and services to support our rapidly expanding platform. This is a hands‑on learning opportunity where you’ll work alongside experienced engineers, contributing to projects that are critical to XILO’s success.

• Assist in the development of scalable APIs for XILO’s platform.
• Learn how to optimize backend systems for performance and reliability.
• Contribute to database queries and enhancements to support high‑volume API traffic.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross‑functional teams to deliver integrations.
• Debug and resolve backend issues under guidance from experienced engineers.

• Some experience or coursework in backend development (school projects count!).
• A curious learner who is eager to improve their coding skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to ask questions.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys problem‑solving.
• Someone excited to grow in a fast‑paced startup environment.

• Hands‑on mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Opportunities to learn about cutting‑edge AI and SaaS technologies.
• Fast career growth in a supportive, mission‑driven company.
• A collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued.

At XILO, we’re passionate about technology, innovation, and helping you grow. If you’re ready to learn, work hard, and build a strong foundation for your engineering career, we’d love to hear from you!