Join a leading technology platform as a Staff Backend Engineer in Search FX. This hybrid role focuses on enhancing search experiences with intelligent data solutions and AI capabilities. As a key member of the Discovery Search team, you will architect scalable solutions for the retailer-facing search experience.

Your responsibilities will include creating a cohesive and fast search interface while partnering with Data Science and UX teams. This role fosters innovation at the intersection of search and community engagement. Key Responsibilities:

- Define end-to-end architecture for search experience
- Develop LLM-integrated natural language search features
- Build high-scale systems meeting low-latency benchmarks
- Collaborate with data science on ranking model iterations
- Mentor team members in technical decision-making

Requirements:

- 7+ years in software engineering, 3+ years in leadership
- Robust proficiency in Kotlin or Java
- Familiarity with AI and machine learning systems
- Experience with search architectures like Elasticsearch
- Proven strategic leadership capabilities

Drive innovation in search technology while delivering exceptional retail solutions.

📌 Staff Backend Engineer for Search FX (Kitchener)
🏢 United States Digital Space
📍 Kitchener