Backend Developer - Machine Learning Platform

Montreal (Province of Quebec, Canada)
Research and Development
Full-time
Hybrid

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Build the backbone of AI at scale

Want to see your work power millions of machine learning predictions every day? Join our Machine Learning Platform team and help bring models, including Large Language Models (LLMs), into production in a reliable and scalable way.

You’ll contribute to a platform that trains thousands of models and serves hundreds of millions of queries daily, while growing your expertise in distributed systems and machine learning infrastructure.

As a Backend Developer, you will:

Contribute to the development lifecycle, including coding, testing, and deployment
Support the implementation of scalable solutions to streamline model deployment
Analyze and help improve the performance and reliability of our platform
Participate in maintaining services handling millions of requests per day
Collaborate with applied scientists, data engineers, and developers to integrate models into production
Suggest improvements to existing processes and use AI coding tools to support your development workflow

Here is what will qualify you for the role:

2+ years of experience in backend development in a cloud environment (Java/Spring or Python preferred, AWS an asset)
Good understanding of distributed systems and scalable application design
Ability to solve problems and debug systems with guidance when needed
Comfortable learning new tools, technologies, and best practices

What will make you stand out:

Familiarity with Kubernetes or Terraform
Exposure to machine learning workflows or model deployment
Interest in scalable backend services, large-scale realtime systems, model orchestration or realtime inference at scale

Do you think you can bring this role to life? Or add your own color?
You don’t need to check every single box; passion goes a long way and we appreciate that skillsets are transferable.

Send us your application, we want to hear from you!

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This job description was written by humans, assisted by AI. We may leverage technology in our hiring process to help us see the person behind the resume.

Coveo is committed to providing accessible employment practices. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact HR@Coveo.com to discuss your needs.

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In-person
This role requires you to be in the office full-time, whether it be at our Quebec, Montreal, Weert, or London locations. Our modern infrastructures are designed to enhance cross-team collaboration and promote overall well-being.

Hybrid
Our offices in Quebec City, Montreal, London and Weert are designed to foster collaboration and your well-being. We gather there on our pillar days two times a week to strengthen in-person interactions and encourage creativity, all while providing you with the flexibility of a hybrid environment.

Remote
We hire from all over the world because the diversity of backgrounds fuels our continuous innovation. Our benefits will enable you to work comfortably from home, but you may be required to travel to attend our in-person team-building events.

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