Join Mirage as a Backend Software Engineer to build and own critical backend systems for innovative AI video tools.
Posted by employer 20 hours ago
First seen on Joblaze 6 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 6 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Design, build, and own backend systems end-to-end
- Solve complex technical challenges across distributed systems
- Integrate and operate large generative AI models in production
- Instrument, experiment, and iterate in production
- Design and operate core platform infrastructure
Must have
- 5+ years of professional industry experience
- A track record of shipping high-impact systems and/or products in production
- Exceptional problem solving fundamentals
- Excellent engineering taste
- Able to operate effectively in an extremely fast-paced environment
Nice to have
- Worked extensively with LLMs
- Grounded and collaborative
- Experience as a startup founder or early engineer
Practical constraints
- Most roles require in-person presence at NYC HQ
AI in the day-to-day
Integrate and operate large generative AI models in production.
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In this role, the Software Engineer will design and manage backend systems that support Mirage's innovative AI video products, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and performance. The position requires expertise in building scalable services, APIs, and data pipelines, with a strong emphasis on solving complex technical challenges. Ideal candidates will have over five years of experience and a proven track record in delivering impactful systems, particularly in fast-paced environments. The team operates without strict hierarchies, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that values practical engineering solutions.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 21, 2026. Last confirmed on Mirage's careers page October 21, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 2 other locations at Mirage: Union Square, New York City, Union Square, New York City.
- distributed systems appears in 6.3% of 511 comparable senior backend roles in United States; Generative Media appears in 0.4% of 511 comparable senior backend roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Software Engineer, Backend role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in New York City, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Software Engineer, Backend role.
- Where is the role based?
- Mirage is hiring for this position in New York City, United States.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AI/ML, APIs, Generative Media, distributed systems.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Mirage targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Software Engineer, Backend role at Mirage.
From the original posting
About the role
Backend engineering at Mirage isn’t narrowly defined. We work across product, platform, and machine learning—building the systems, services, APIs, and ML pipelines that power all of our product surfaces.
You’ll own critical backend systems end-to-end, partnering closely with product, design, client, and AI teams to turn ambitious ideas into reliable, scalable production systems. This opportunity is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex technical problems while staying connected to product and user outcomes.
While we don’t use hierarchical titles or levels internally, we are currently hiring engineers who have operated at senior or staff+ scope.
Responsibilities
Design, build, and own backend systems end-to-end, including services, APIs, data pipelines, and infrastructure that power our products
Solve complex technical challenges across distributed systems, scaling, concurrency, and performance
Integrate and operate large generative AI models in production—deploying, serving, and scaling systems that combine internal research and external capabilities to unlock new product experiences.
Instrument, experiment, and iterate in production to continuously improve system and product quality
Design and operate core platform infrastructure, including integrations with third-party providers, storage systems, security, and internal APIs
What Makes You a Great Fit
5+ years of professional industry experience
A track record of shipping high‑impact systems and/or products in production
Exceptional problem solving fundamentals and ability to learn
Excellent engineering taste combined with a strong sense of practicality and time-management
Able to operate effectively in an extremely fast-paced environment as well as scope and deliver projects end-to-end
Even better if...
You have worked extensively with LLMs, generative media models, and have a pulse on where the technology is going
You are grounded, collaborative, and willing to do whatever it takes to help the team win
You have been a startup founder or an early engineer at one
Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
401K with employer match
Commuter Benefits
Catered lunch multiple days per week
Grubhub subscription
Health & Wellness Perks
Generous PTO policy
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