About Layer AI

Layer AI is on a mission to empower game artists with cutting-edge AI tools for generating images, videos, 3D, and audio assets. Our platform helps artists create high-quality assets more efficiently and flexibly, redefining the creative process in the gaming industry. As a rapidly growing startup, we’re looking for passionate engineers who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to build products with real impact.

The Role

We’re seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our talented, ambitious team. You’ll design, develop, and deploy scalable systems that drive our generative AI platform. Working closely with our product and AI teams, you’ll build real-time interfaces and high-performance APIs that give our users a seamless experience.

Key Responsibilities Fullstack Development: Architect and implement features using Python (FastAPI) and React (MUI). API & Communication: Build and maintain GraphQL APIs to ensure efficient data flow between front-end and back-end. Data & Infrastructure: Design and manage scalable data solutions using Postgres; deploy and manage infrastructure on GCP. Containerization: Use Docker to containerize applications and manage deployments. Workflow Orchestration: Integrate with Temporal (or similar) to handle complex workflows. What We’re Looking For Experience: 5+ years in fullstack development with Python and/or JavaScript/TypeScript. Backend: Proficiency in FastAPI (or similar Python frameworks). Frontend: Strong React skills; experience with Material-UI (MUI). GraphQL: Hands-on experience building and maintaining GraphQL APIs. Databases: Solid background in Postgres (or similar relational databases). Cloud: Hands-on deployment and scaling experience on GCP (or AWS/Azure). Containers: Proficiency with Docker and container orchestration. Workflow Platforms: Familiarity with Temporal or similar tools. Mindset: Product-focused, autonomous, and excited about building real-time systems and generative AI projects.

Don’t worry if you don’t meet every single requirement—if you’re enthusiastic and ready to learn, we’d love to hear from you.

Nice to Have Experience in the gaming industry or developing tools for creative professionals Experience building real-time multiplayer features Personal interest or hands-on experience with Generative AI Background in developing administrative services (authorization, billing, etc.) Expertise in distributed systems or performance optimization Why Join Layer AI? Innovative Projects: Shape the future of AI-driven tools for game artists. Autonomy: Lead projects from concept to launch. Growth: Join a rapidly expanding startup with abundant growth opportunities. Collaboration: Work with passionate technologists and creatives. Apply Now

If you’re excited about redefining creative workflows with generative AI, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and any relevant portfolio links. Let’s shape the future of game art together.

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