About the job
At Genies, we are redefining the future of digital identity through our innovative AI avatar technology. Our proprietary Genies SDK creates lifelike AI personas that think, act, and interact like real individuals. We cater to numerous applications across various sectors including enterprise, entertainment, and gaming, empowering users to engage with AI companions, NPCs, and virtual agents. With substantial funding of $200 million from notable investors such as Silver Lake, BOND, and Bob Iger, we are on a mission to ensure that every digital platform will feature an AI persona.
Join us at the forefront of the interactive digital landscape! With our intuitive Avatar Framework, developers and creators can easily design and deploy AI companions that are ready for gaming environments. Our technology stack offers full customization, AI-generated fashion, and seamless integration of user-generated content (UGC), making it easier than ever to create engaging digital experiences. Backed by industry veterans and a commitment to innovation, Genies aims to be the visual and interactive foundation of the LLM-powered internet.
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Backend Engineer to enhance our technology platform and drive the growth of our AI and ML systems. In this role, you will tackle complex technical challenges that arise as our backend services expand and evolve, contributing significantly to our engineering team's development.
Located in our Los Angeles headquarters or San Mateo office, you will report directly to the Vice President of Engineering. Our ideal candidate brings deep expertise in programming languages such as Golang, Python, or C++, with hands-on experience in compute-intensive domains like AI and Graphics. You should possess strong leadership qualities, capable of mentoring peers while enjoying the intricacies of coding, API design, and problem-solving in a dynamic environment.

