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Software Engineer, Open Source AI

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Location
Remote - Colombia ; Remote - Costa Rica ; Remote - Mexico
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Experience contributing to open source projects in one or more widely used open source languages
  • Practical understanding of AI workflows, including data ingestion, preprocessing, inference, and agent-based systems
  • Experience writing production-quality code with strong testing and documentation practices
  • Strong written communication skills with a focus on developer experience and adoption
What the job really is

The Software Engineer, Open Source AI role at Backblaze involves building and maintaining open source AI integrations and frameworks that enhance the use of Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage in AI workflows. The engineer will work with various programming languages and tools, contribute to open source projects, and ensure high standards for testing and documentation. This position offers a chance to engage directly with the evolving AI ecosystem and collaborate with product and QA teams to align integrations with customer needs.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Remote-first culture supporting work-life balance
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary figures provided
  • Role involves working with emerging AI frameworks and tools, which may require continuous learning and adaptation
  • Focus on open source contributions may not appeal to all candidates
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