Deepgram is looking for a backend software engineer to lead the design and implementation of Deepgram’s Voice Agent product. The ideal candidate will have experience in building scalable services for speech processing and integrating with AI models.

Company: Deepgram

Role: Backend Software Engineer - Engine Team (Voice Agent)

Location: USA | Remote

Experience:

3+ years of experience in an industry role

Key Skills:

Rust
C
C++
Python
git
UNIX-style systems

Qualification:

Programming experience in Rust (or C, C++)

Role Focus:

Improve Deepgram’s core inference services including areas in networking, speech processing, model orchestration, and observability
Develop integrations with cutting edge in-house, third-party, and open-source AI models for perception and managing conversational dynamics
Debug complex system issues that include networking, scheduling, and highly concurrent workloads
Rapidly customize backend services to support customer needs
Partner with Product to design and implement new services, features, and/or products end to end

Nice to have:

Experience with low-latency, multi-model orchestration for AI-enabled applications
Experience with audio processing

Other:

Estimated Base Salary $150K – $220K
Offers Equity
Offers Bonus
10% Annual Bonus
Holistic health
Medical, dental, vision benefits
Annual wellness stipend
Mental health support
Life, STD, LTD Income Insurance Plans
Unlimited PTO
Generous paid parental leave
Flexible schedule
12 Paid US company holidays
Quarterly personal productivity stipend
One-time stipend for home office upgrades
401(k) plan with company match
Tax Savings Programs
Learning / Education stipend
Participation in talks and conferences
Employee Resource Groups
AI enablement workshops / sessions

Backend Software Engineer - Engine Team (Voice Agent)

Skills Required

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