The Software Development Engineer II is responsible for designing and maintaining scalable backend systems primarily using Java and contributing to Python-based services. This role requires collaboration with stakeholders and implementation of best practices in coding and architecture.
About Us
AI Accountant (AiA) is building an AI-native platform transforming accounting and bookkeeping workflows. We simplify compliance, automate financial operations, and help businesses operate with clarity and confidence. We are automating the data entry, transaction categorization and reconciliation end to end.
We’re a YC-backed startup and have raised series A funding with total of more than $35mn.
We’re not building a feature company. We’re building a category.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly driven Software Development Engineer III to join our engineering team. This role is ideal for someone with strong expertise in Python or any other language, solid Full Stack engineering fundamentals, and the adaptability to contribute to Python-based systems where required.
Requirements
What You’ll Do
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack systems, services, and APIs.
- Build high-performance applications primarily using Python.
- Collaborate with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
- Leverage modern coding tools and AI-assisted development agents to write efficient, clean, and maintainable code.
- Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and engineering best practices.
- Take end-to-end ownership of features—from design to deployment and continuous improvement.
What We’re Looking For
- 6+ years of software development experience in full-stack engineering roles.
- Strong hands-on programming experience in Python or any other language.
- Willingness and ability to work with Python in a production environment.
- Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design principles.
- Proven problem-solving ability with a strong focus on code quality and scalability.
- High ownership mindset with the ability to independently drive outcomes.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Good to Have
- Experience working with AWS or other cloud platforms.
- Prior exposure to building and deploying cloud-native applications.
- Familiarity with distributed systems, microservices, and modern DevOps practices.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and observability tools.
Benefits
Our Way of Life — The Karbon Values
- C – Collaborate to Win. We back each other and move with shared purpose—clients win when we win together.
- E – Excel Relentlessly. Precision matters. We aim for accuracy, consistency, and excellence in every ledger.
- O – Own It End-to-End . No loose ends. We take full responsibility—from data collection to final compliance.
Perks & Benefits
- Upskilling Policy: Access to courses, tools, and continuous learning.
- Team Outings: Offsites and outings to celebrate wins and build camaraderie.
- Engagement Initiatives: Hackathons, open demos, game nights, and more.
- Flexible Work-from-Home: Up to 12 WFH days every 6 months.
- Menstrual WFH: Women employees can avail up to 3 WFH days per month.
- Mobility Benefits: Relocation support and travel allowances.
- Parental Support: Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
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