Senior Software Engineer - Back End

As a Senior Software Engineer - Back End at Knit.ai, your main responsibilities will include developing and maintaining server-side logic, creating API services for the user interface, and managing data storage solutions. You’ll work with frameworks such as Python, FastAPI, and SQLAlchemy, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product functionality.

To qualify for the Senior Software Engineer - Back End position at Knit.ai, you’ll need a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, alongside a minimum of 5 years of back-end development experience. Proficiency in Python and familiarity with cloud services, especially Google Cloud, are essential requirements for this role.

A Senior Software Engineer - Back End at Knit.ai should be proficient in Python and related frameworks like FastAPI, Pydantic, and SQLAlchemy. Additionally, knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and REST APIs is essential, along with experience in handling large datasets using various storage solutions.

Yes, at Knit.ai, the Senior Software Engineer - Back End position is based in Palo Alto, CA, and requires in-office work 5 days a week. We believe that collaboration and creativity thrive best in a shared work environment, especially in the early stages of a startup.

In the role of Senior Software Engineer - Back End at Knit.ai, you will actively collaborate with front-end developers, AI teams, and data scientists. Your input will help in establishing project objectives, designing cohesive code, and ultimately enhancing the user experience through effective communication and teamwork.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you used Python and frameworks like FastAPI or SQLAlchemy. Talk about the complexities you managed and how those experiences shaped your approach to coding and server-side logic.

In your response, elaborate on the APIs you have developed, their functionalities, and integration processes. Emphasize your understanding of RESTful services and how you ensure they are efficient and secure.

Discuss your familiarity with various storage solutions such as SQL databases or key-value stores. Share insights on how you choose the appropriate solution based on data types and access patterns, as well as any performance considerations.

Express the importance of collaboration in your work. Detail how you communicate with team members, share knowledge, and incorporate feedback into your development process, especially when working with cross-functional teams.

When discussing security measures, mention specific practices you follow, like secure coding standards, data encryption, and regular security audits. Providing examples of past experiences will strengthen your response.

Mention your experience with Docker and Kubernetes, explaining how you utilize these tools for containerization, orchestration, and scaling applications. Share specific workflows that demonstrate your efficiency in deployment.

Choose a specific challenge and walk the interviewer through your thought process. Discuss the steps you took to resolve the issue, what technologies you used, and what outcome you achieved.

Share your strategies for continuous learning, such as following industry blogs, attending workshops, online courses, or participating in community events. Explain why staying current enhances your work as a Senior Software Engineer.

Discuss code optimization techniques and best practices you follow, such as efficient algorithms, proper resource management, and testing. Explain how you ensure your code is both performant and maintainable.

Emphasize your openness to constructive criticism and how you use feedback for professional growth. Provide examples of times feedback helped you improve your code quality or project outcomes.