Senior AI Training & Experimentation Backend Engineer
Academic Key · London, United Kingdom ·
- Seniority
- Senior
- Category
- Backend
Senior backend engineer at Lightning AI scaling backend systems for AI training and experimentation across distributed workloads — designing APIs, orchestrating workflows, and owning production services with a focus on reliability and observability. Hybrid role based in London with at least two in-person days per week.
Lightning AI, a leader in AI training and experimentation, seeks a Senior Software Engineer to scale backend systems across distributed workloads. You will design APIs, orchestrate workflows, and own production services while collaborating with product, research, and platform teams.
The role emphasizes reliability, observability, and engineering excellence in a fast-moving environment. The position is hybrid with London offices and a minimum of two in-person days, offering a chance to impact AI