Software Engineer – REMOTE

Job Overview

Company logo: https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/C560BAQH5bUbL6nLMsQ/company-logo_400_400/company-logo_400_400/0/1651938007096/thecake_logo?e=1754524800&v=beta&t=Id4P2mjs4Ck0moUn7E8lg2yRU-uCkgfFA0baSVOmpPc Job Title: Software Engineer – Internal AI Platform (Contract)Type: Full-time Contract (40 hrs/week)Start: Targeting June 16, 2025Location: Remote (U.S.-based)Compensation: up to $70/hr DOE
We’re supporting a global cloud platform in hiring a Software Engineer to help build an internal AI-powered tool that improves the performance review experience for managers and employees. This is a 0→1 build with real impact — aimed at saving thousands of hours annually by integrating with internal systems like Workday and streamlining how feedback is summarized and used.
What You’ll Actually Be DoingBuild a LLM-powered product that integrates with Workday and internal APIsRecommend and implement tech stack decisionsDesign and maintain frontend components using React/TypeScriptOwn backend engineering work in Python/FastAPI/PostgresPartner with AI/ML teams to deliver performance insights and feedback summariesConfigure dashboards and automate workflows in Jira or AsanaEnsure accessibility and design consistency through internal UI libraries
Must-Haves (Don’t Apply Without These)Proven backend experience with Python, APIs, and system integrationsStrong knowledge of React/TypeScript and building modern UIsFamiliar with Workday or similar HRIS toolsExperience deploying on AWS (Elastic Beanstalk, RDS)Solid communication skills and ability to operate across cross-functional teamsComfortable in agile sprint environments
You’ll Stand Out If You…Have worked with OpenAI APIs or LLM integrations (ChatGPT, LlamaIndex)Have supported people enablement or internal tooling initiativesKnow your way around Workday APIs or similar enterprise systemsThink cleanly about system design, automation, and internal UX
This is a 40-hour/week contract through February 2026, with potential for extension based on fit and business need.