Senior Backend Engineer - AI (TypeScript)

Salla is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer – AI to join our Salla AI team. This role focuses on building the integration and infrastructure layer that connects our AI capabilities to production systems. You will be responsible for enabling Agentic AI and Generative AI features to operate reliably, securely, and at scale within the Salla ecosystem.This role is backend-first, with a strong emphasis on TypeScript, Node.js, SDK ownership, and system integrations, while also collaborating closely with frontend teams to ensure AI capabilities are easily consumable within user-facing products.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and maintain AI-focused SDKs that enable seamless communication between AI services and application layersBuild backend integrations to embed Generative AI features directly into Salla’s core productDevelop and maintain API integrations and Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers that allow AI agents to interact with internal systems, external tools, and databasesEnsure type-safe, scalable, and high-performance TypeScript code, following backend best practicesCollaborate closely with frontend engineers to define AI data contracts, schemas, and interfacesSupport or directly implement frontend integrations for AI-powered features when neededOptimize AI-related data flows, including streaming responses and real-time interactionsParticipate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and technical decision-makingPreferred QualificationsFamiliarity with AI systems, including Agentic AI, LLM orchestration, or streaming AI responsesExperience building or integrating AI-powered features into production applicationsHands-on experience with modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue, or similar)Exposure to cloud and DevOps tooling such as Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, or CI/CD pipelinesExperience working in cross-functional product teams involving AI, backend, and frontend engineers4+ years of backend development experience, with a strong focus on TypeScript and Node.jsProven experience designing and maintaining RESTful APIs and third-party integrationsSolid understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL or MySQL), including query optimizationStrong knowledge of software design principles (SOLID, clean architecture, design patterns)Experience working with Git in structured team workflows (e.g., Git Flow, PR-based development)Hands-on experience with unit testing and integration testingGood understanding of how frontend applications consume backend services, including modern JavaScript (ES6+)#J-18808-Ljbffr