Company Description

Sia Learning is an innovative technology company focused on optimizing the delivery of educational content for students. With a particular emphasis on healthcare education, Sia utilizes novel AI to provide personalized supplemental content and responses to complex student queries. Our goal is to improve performance and the efficiency of learning by applying AI technology to user-provided content in real-time.

Role Description

We're seeking a skilled Backend Developer to join our dynamic startup team. In this role, you'll be responsible for building and maintaining the server-side of our web applications, working primarily with Python and FastAPI.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Python code
Implement server-side logic using FastAPI framework
Integrate LangChain for content generation
Develop and manage APIs to communicate with our NextJS frontend
Optimize application performance and scalability
Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements
Participate in code reviews and contribute to team's best practices

Required Skills and Experience:

Strong proficiency in Python
Experience with FastAPI or similar Python web frameworks (e.g., Flask, Django)
Familiarity with LangChain or willingness to learn quickly
Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
Knowledge of database and vector database technologies (SQL, Pinecone)
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Solid understanding of software design patterns and principles

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with TypeScript and familiarity with frontend technologies (NextJS, React)
Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure)
Understanding of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies

Personal Qualities:

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills
Passion for learning new technologies

What We Offer:

Equity Incentive:As an early-stage startup, we offer a competitive equity incentive. This is a unique opportunity to gain ownership in a rapidly growing company and directly benefit from the value you help create.
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the field of educational AI
Continuous learning and development opportunities
A collaborative and supportive team environment
Remote work options

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