Senior Backend Software Engineer

About the Team

At Merciv, we're building a team of innovators on a mission to revolutionize enterprise data workflows. We’re working on EVA (Evolving Virtual Analyst), an agentic platform that's set to redefine the enterprise software experience. EVA integrates an organization’s entire data landscape with diverse external sources - from social media trends to industry reports - unlocking new insights and automating complex workflows. We believe in making every feature intuitive and every component interactive, helping our users leverage the tools they recognize in a whole new light.

Our lean, agile team thrives on innovation and autonomy. Here, you won't just fill a role—you'll shape the future of our product and company. We embrace a 'many hats' approach, offering unparalleled opportunities for growth and impact. Through our DRI (Directly Responsible Individual) model, you'll own major product features from conception to launch. Your ideas won't just matter—they'll become reality.

Our work environment thrives on creativity and cutting-edge technology, built for those eager to shape the future of human-AI collaboration. If you’re excited about being a part of a fast-paced, innovative startup culture and making a significant impact on client business, Merciv is the place for you. Join us as we expand the horizons of retail intelligence and deliver unparalleled value to our clients.

About the Role

We're seeking a senior backend engineer who's passionate about building scalable, high-performance systems that power cutting-edge AI applications. You'll be at the forefront of developing the robust backend infrastructure that enables EVA to revolutionize enterprise data workflows. We value candidates who are proactive, system-oriented, and who can balance architectural vision with meticulous attention to performance and scalability. If you're excited about transforming complex data processing challenges into elegant, efficient solutions, we want you on our team to help redefine how businesses harness the power of AI.

In this role, you will:

• Design and implement scalable backend systems that form the core of our AI-driven platform.
• Develop high-performance APIs and services that handle complex data processing and analysis.
• Optimize database operations and data flows to ensure seamless performance at scale.
• Collaborate with frontend and AI-focused roles to integrate backend systems with user interfaces and AI models.
• Implement robust security measures to protect sensitive enterprise data.
• Continuously improve system architecture to meet evolving business needs and technological advancements.

This role might be perfect for you if:

• You bring 5+ years of experience as a backend engineer with a proven track record of building scalable, high-performance systems.
• Your expertise lies in Go and Python, with experience in developing large-scale applications.
• You have a strong understanding of distributed systems, cloud technologies, and microservices architecture.
• You're experienced with both SQL and NoSQL database technologies and comfortable with data processing at scale.
• You're passionate about writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• You thrive in a fast-paced startup environment and you're excited about pushing the boundaries of AI in enterprise applications.
• You have a deep understanding of system design principles and can architect solutions that balance performance, scalability, and maintainability.

Bonus/Nice To Haves:

• Experience with graph and vector databases
• Understanding of / experience with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) architecture and the broader GenAI landscape
• Understanding of machine learning and AI concepts, specifically in data analysis and forecasting
• Experience with real-time data processing and streaming technologies
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Knowledge of security best practices for handling sensitive enterprise data

About Merciv

Merciv is a pioneering AI and data analytics startup dedicated to reshaping strategic business intelligence workflows. Our mission: to transform how organizations harness data, generate insights, and drive strategic decisions through cutting-edge AI pipelines and dynamic forecasting mechanisms.

We envision a world where every business decision is powered by a seamless fusion of artificial and human intelligence. Our groundbreaking technology aims to:

• Weave disparate data sources into a unified, intelligent fabric
• Augment human decision-making with advanced AI
• Unveil insights and opportunities hidden in plain sight
• Forecast future outcomes and navigate uncertainty with unprecedented clarity
• Empower organizations to shape their industries, not just react to them

At Merciv, we're committed to democratizing this transformative power. We're developing solutions that are not only robust and scalable but also intuitive and accessible, ensuring that organizations of all sizes can leverage the full potential of their data ecosystem.

Join the Revolution

Currently in stealth mode, we're refining our technology and approach to enterprise intelligence in collaboration with select partners. If you're passionate about shaping the future of business decision-making, Merciv offers you the chance to:

• Work on cutting-edge AI and data integration technologies
• Collaborate with a team of visionaries and industry experts
• Contribute to solutions that will redefine how businesses operate
• Be part of a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment pushing the boundaries of what's possible

We believe that diverse perspectives are crucial to innovation. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome talent from all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or disability.

Join us in our mission to usher in a new era of enterprise intelligence. At Merciv, you won't just witness the fusion of human expertise and AI—you'll be at the forefront, driving unprecedented growth and solving complex global challenges. Together, we'll shape a future where data-driven insights lead to unparalleled success in navigating and transforming complex markets.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: The problems we're trying to solve will require all your brainpower, therefore financial issues shouldn't be a thing.
• Unlimited PTO: We value your space. Some companies tout unlimited PTO. With us, you NEED to take minimum 2 weeks and 1 full week at a time.
• Stock Options: As an early employee, you get a wagon of the train. When we say we're all owners, we mean it.
• Continuous Growth: Buy books. Learn skills. You're helping us grow the company, and we hope the company can help grow you.
• Dental and Medical: Universal Healthcare wherever you are. 99% coverage.

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Please note

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Upon interview scheduling, instructions for confidential accommodation requests will be administered.

To join Merciv, you'll need a valid right to work authorization depending on the country of employment.

If you are extended an offer, that offer may be contingent upon your successful completion of a background check, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable laws. We may obtain one or more background screening reports about you, solely for employment purposes.