Senior Software Engineer

About Makai

Makai uses best‑in‑class AI and data to solve real‑world operational and strategic challenges  Makai Automation Platform consists of a library of pre‑built components and modules to facilitate enterprise automation via a unified human‑machine teaming interface. Until now, people have had to learn and adapt to software. Makai creates solutions that adapt to people because technology will never be 100% accurate. People are essential for all of our human‑machine teaming solutions, as they serve as the final firewall for accuracy and quality.

This is a full‑time remote role for a Senior Software Engineer at Makai Labs. The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for backend app development. They will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design and implement innovative solutions that enhance user experiences and drive business outcomes.

• You will support the initial discovery process to understand how our clients do their work currently, capturing interview notes and parsing through their existing documentation, as well as documenting their present‑day workflows and any associated files and data into comprehensive process diagrams.
• 7+ years of experience in Python, with at least 4 years using Flask.
• Relevant experience using SQL Alchemy and pydantic.
• Relevant experience with using Docker.
• Understanding of microservices architecture and related patterns.
• Solid software engineering skills, with the ability to produce well‑structured, maintainable code.
• Familiarity with modern authorization mechanisms.
• Solid experience working from a fully remote position.
• Good English communication skills.

• Develop new features using Flask.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Collaborate with frontend developers and web designers to improve usability.
• Write robust, clean, and documented code.
• Maintain and enhance existing apps and applications.
• Conduct performance tests and ensure responsiveness and stability across all platforms.

• Have a strong work ethic. As a member of a fully remote team, it is very important that you can self‑manage and drive your own work towards consistent excellence in a timely manner.
• Be self‑sufficient and self‑driven with an ownership mentality, no matter your role.
• Be a flexible thinker.
• Be a congenial and a team player.
• Always be of service to each other and our clients, partners, and neighbors.

• Full‑time, fully remote role.

• Fully remote role, Eastern time zone.
• Opportunities to work in‑person with local colleagues.
• Generous PTO.
• Full health insurance premium reimbursement.
• 401(k) matching.
• Career growth & development opportunities.

Compensation Range: $120K - $150K