Overview:
Spotter, named one of TIME100's Most Influential Companies this year, empowers top YouTube creators to accelerate their business and unleash their full creative potential by giving them access to the capital, knowledge, and community they need to succeed at scale. As the top provider of creator-friendly growth capital, Spotter tailors our investments to meet the unique needs of each creator we partner with, giving them the freedom to create without compromise.
Creators are free to reinvest their funds however they choose, from hiring a team, to building their own production studios, and everything in between, all while maintaining total control over their catalogs, their channels, and their future earnings. In addition to funding, Spotter provides creators with in-depth data insights into the performance of their existing content, enabling them to leverage the full value of their library, as well as the value of future uploads and how they can improve performance in the future.
Featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Variety, Axios, and more, Spotter has already deployed over $850 million to YouTube creators to reinvest in themselves and accelerate their growth. Spotter has licensed content that consists of over 725,000 videos , which generate 88 billion monthly watch-time minutes. With our curated premium video catalog, we deliver a unique scaled media solution to Advertisers and Ad Agencies that is transparent, efficient, and 100% brand safe.
What You'll Do:
Are you ready to elevate our machine learning backend architecture to the next level? We are seeking a Senior Backend API Product Engineer who will be instrumental in enhancing our API infrastructure for AI model integration and system optimization. In this key role, you'll be pivotal in developing and optimizing internal APIs that enhance product functionality and user engagement. Your technical expertise will be crucial in building scalable, high-performance backend solutions that support our dynamic product offerings. Join us in crafting the backbone that powers our technology, ensuring seamless integration and operational excellence in our product ecosystem.

• Design and develop RESTful APIs using performant API frameworks such as Python Django and NodeJS.
• Collaborate with data scientists and AI engineers to adapt machine learning models into accessible APIs, focusing on extensibility and personalization.
• Develop and refine database schemas to efficiently handle data from diverse sources, ensuring scalability and responsiveness.
• Oversee the maintenance and advancement of backend infrastructure to support both new and existing AI models.
• Guarantee the reliability and efficiency of APIs throughout our technology stack.
• Work in tandem with creative and technical teams to enhance the quality of outputs across our product.

Who You Are:

• You hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• You bring 6 years of software engineering experience, with at least 4 years focused on backend systems.
• You have prior experience integrating machine learning models in a production environment.
• You have advanced knowledge of Python and Javascript, and have substantial experience with frameworks such as Django or Node.
• You are well-versed in handling various database systems like PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and data lakes, and have a solid understanding of data architecture and API management.
• You have experience in deploying and managing applications on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Additional Valued Skills:

• Proficiency in optimizing large-scale systems for performance and scalability.
• You possess a robust interest in and understanding of machine learning technologies and their practical applications.
• Familiarity with the latest LLM models and APIs.
• Experience with YouTube APIs and YouTube/video performance data.

Why Spotter

• Medical insurance covered up to 100%
• Dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Stock options
• Complimentary gym access
• Autonomy and upward mobility
• Diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture, where your voice matters.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles that will be performed in Culver City. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current pay range is: $100K-$500K salary per year. The range listed is just one component of Spotter's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual discretionary bonus and equity.
Spotter is an equal opportunity employer. Spotter does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, use of or request for family or medical leave, political affiliation, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.
Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as part of the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.