About the job
About Us
At Lightning AI, the pioneering force behind PyTorch Lightning, we are dedicated to creating an innovative platform for developing, training, and deploying AI systems. Established in 2019, our mission is to seamlessly transition ideas from research to production, minimizing friction along the way.
Our merger with Voltage Park, an advanced AI Factory, allows Lightning AI to offer cost-effective, large-scale computational resources alongside developer-friendly software. We equip teams—ranging from solo researchers to large enterprises—with the necessary tools for experimentation, training, and production inference, all while ensuring security, observability, and control.
With a global presence and offices in New York City, San Francisco, Seattle, and London, we are supported by esteemed investors including Coatue, Index Ventures, Bain Capital Ventures, and Firstminute.
Our Values
Move Fast: We prioritize speed and precision, breaking down complex challenges into manageable tasks.
Focus: By collaborating effectively, we tackle one objective at a time, ensuring high-quality feature delivery.
Balance: We believe that sustained performance stems from a healthy work-life balance, allowing our team to thrive.
Craftsmanship: We take pride in our work, focusing on innovation through excellence and attention to detail.
Minimal: Simplicity drives our solutions, as we strive to eliminate unnecessary complexity and focus on what truly matters.
What We Are Looking For
We seek a passionate Backend Engineer to contribute to the development and scalability of the Lightning AI platform. This role encompasses working on various aspects including the frontend, CLI, API, billing, security, and integrations.
As a key player, you will own significant features and lead development from concept to deployment while collaborating with a talented team of engineers, product managers, and designers. Your focus will be on speed, quality, and iterative improvement as you help shape transformative technology in the machine-learning landscape!
You will be part of the Red Squad and report directly to our Director of Engineering. This is a hybrid position based in our New York City office, with an expectation of 2 days in the office per week.

