Senior Software Engineer
Senior backend engineer on Qodo's Shift-left Solutions team, building integrations between its AI code-review platform and developer tools like Claude Code, Cursor, and Copilot. Day-to-day: design and ship Python/FastAPI services backed by PostgreSQL, Redis, and GCP with LLM integrations, owning projects end-to-end and mentoring teammates.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 7+ years
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 7+ years of hands-on experience building high-performance backend systems or scalable developer tooling
- Strong expertise in Python and modern backend development practices
- Collaborative approach to problem-solving and willingness to share knowledge with teammates
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment moving quickly without compromising quality
Nice to have
- Familiarity with AI coding assistants (Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, etc.)
- Familiarity with GenAI product development
- Previous work on early-stage or founding engineering teams
Full description
At Qodo, we’re building an AI Code Review platform that helps developers move fast, ship with confidence, and elevate code quality across the SDLC through deep, scalable codebase understanding.
We’re seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join our Shift-left Solutions team. This team is focused on bringing code review directly into developer workflows - integrating with the tools engineers use every day like Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot, and other AI-powered development environments.
This is a foundational role where you'll help shape how developers interact with code quality tooling, working closely with a collaborative team of senior engineers who value both moving quickly and building thoughtfully
Responsibilities
- Build developer-first integrations: Design and implement integrations with modern development tools and AI coding assistants that feel natural and helpful to use
- End-to-End Ownership: Lead projects from design through production, taking responsibility for technical decisions and their outcomes
- Technical Leadership: Drive architectural discussions, establish engineering practices, mentor team members, and raise the bar for engineering quality
- Collaborate across teams: Partner with our engineering teams across the globe to align on architecture and share learnings
Our Technical Stack
- Backend: Python, FastAPI
- Data Stores: PostgreSQL, Redis
- AI/ML: OpenAI and other LLM integrations
- Infrastructure: GCP
Requirements
- 7+ years of hands-on experience building high-performance backend systems or scalable developer tooling
- Strong expertise in Python and modern backend development practices
- A collaborative approach to problem-solving and a willingness to share knowledge with teammates
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment where you move quickly without compromising on quality
Bonus Points
- Familiarity with AI coding assistants (Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, etc.)
- Familiarity with GenAI product development
- Previous work on early-stage or founding engineering teams
If you’re excited about the role but not sure you tick every box, please feel comfortable applying. We’d love to hear from you!
For this position at Qodo, we offer:
- All Qodo team members are also eligible for stock options, reflecting our belief in shared ownership and long-term growth
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents, with company contributions toward your premiums