Software Engineer, Backend (New-York) job opportunity at Mistral AI.



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Mistral AI Software Engineer, Backend (New-York)
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<p><strong style="font-size: 24px;">About Mistral&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">At Mistral AI, we believe in the power of AI to simplify tasks, save time and enhance learning and creativity. Our technology is designed to integrate seamlessly into daily working life. </span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">We democratize AI through high-performance, optimized, open-source and cutting-edge models, products and solutions. Our comprehensive AI platform is designed to meet enterprise needs, whether on-premises or in cloud environments. Our offerings include le Chat, the AI assistant for life and work.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between France, USA, UK, Germany and Singapore. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Join us to be part of a pioneering company shaping the future of AI. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. See more about our culture on&nbsp;</span><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://mistral.ai/careers" style="font-size: 16px;" class="postings-link">https://mistral.ai/careers</a><span style="font-size: 16px;">.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong style="font-size: 24px;">Role summary</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p> </p><p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">We are seeking passionate and skilled software engineers to join our new team in NYC. As a Backend Engineer, you’ll contribute to the development of the core systems powering our three main products, AI Studio, Le Chat &amp; Mistral Code, shaping how users and developers interact with our AI platform at scale. You’ll work on building reliable, high-performance backend systems and APIs that serve millions of users and developers. Your work will directly impact the developer and user experience, making it more engaging, efficient, and intuitive. We welcome engineers from mid-level to senior and staff engineers who are eager to learn, collaborate and ship impactful products.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">What you will do</span></strong></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Depending on your skills and field of expertise, you will be involved in key components of our technology, including:</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Backend Development</span></strong></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">- Design, develop and maintain scalable, robust backend features and APIs using modern frameworks.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">- Ensure high performance and reliability across our distributed systems.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">- Contribute to systems powering inference, billing, AI tooling, observability, and developer experience.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">System Architecture</span></strong></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">- Design and implement efficient, secure and scalable architectures that support our fast-growing products.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">- Collaborate with infrastructure teams on deployment, monitoring, and performance optimization.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Code Quality</span></strong></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">- Write clean, maintainable and well-documented code.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">- Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical standards and best practices.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Cross-functional Collaboration</span></strong></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">- Collaborate with product managers, platform engineers, and AI/ML teams to design, build, and deliver scalable model-as-a-service solutions for developers and enterprise users.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">- Partner with teams across AI Studio, Le Chat &amp; Mistral Code to ensure consistent platform-wide experience.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Problem-Solving &amp; Innovation</span></strong></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">- Tackle complex engineering challenges, from distributed systems to AI product integration.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">- Stay up-to-date with new technologies (e.g., AI/LLM integration, observability, or backend frameworks) and bring them into production when relevant.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><strong style="font-size: 24px;">Who you are</strong></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Proficiency in Python or another backend language (Golang, Kotlin, C#). Engineers are assessed in their preferred language during a live coding session.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Strong understanding of backend fundamentals: APIs, databases, caching, messaging systems and distributed architectures.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Ownership mindset capable of shipping end-to-end features with minimal oversight.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Excellent communication skills and collaborative attitude.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Team-oriented, low-ego mindset and curiosity for learning.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Now, it would be ideal if you had experience with:</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Full-stack exposure</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Working closely with an API &amp; developer ecosystem</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Deploying software to a diverse set of environments (cloud, on-premises, etc.)</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Infrastructure management (Docker, CI/CD, Kubernetes, Helm, Terraform...)</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• AI/ML engineering</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Observability and monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog…).</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• UX and product-centric mindset.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Hiring Process</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Introduction call - 30 min</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Live-coding interview - 45 min</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• System Design interview - 45 min</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Hiring Manager interview - 30 min</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Deep Dive Interview (only for leads &amp; staff engineers) - 60 min</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Culture-fit discussion - 30 min</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Reference checks</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Our Culture</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">We're driven to build a strong company culture and are looking for individuals with solid alignment with the following:</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Reason with rigor</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Are you audacious enough?</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Make our customers succeed</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Ship early and accelerate</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">• Leave your ego aside </span></p> <p></p>\n<p></p><p><br></p><p></p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 24px;"><strong>Location &amp; Work Policy</strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">This role is based in our NYC office, and we’re currently considering candidates who either already live in the area or are open to relocating. We strongly believe in the value of in-person collaboration and we encourage going to the office as much as we can (at least 3 days per week) to create bonds and smooth communication. Our remote policy aims to provide flexibility, improve work-life balance and increase productivity. </span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 24px;"><strong>What we offer</strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">💰 Competitive salary and equity</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">🚑 Healthcare: Medical/Dental/Vision covered for you and your family</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">👴🏻 401K : 6% matching</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">🏝️ PTO : 18 days&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">🚗 Transportation: Reimburse office parking charges, or $120/month for public transport</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">🏀 Sport: $120/month reimbursement for gym membership</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">🥕 Meal stipend: $400 monthly allowance for meals&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">🌎 Visa sponsorship&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">🤝 Coaching: we offer BetterUp coaching on a voluntary basis</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">By applying, you agree to our <a href="https://legal.mistral.ai/terms/applicant-privacy-policy">Applicant Privacy Policy</a>.</span></span></p>

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