Senior Software Engineer (Backend) - Materia AI
Job Description
Thomson Reuters is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for their Materia AI team, focusing on building AI-driven software that transforms how accounting professionals work. This role combines startup-like innovation with the stability of a global leader. As part of the CoCounsel for Accounting team, formed from the recent Materia acquisition, you'll develop AI-powered systems that enhance accounting workflows through automation and intelligence.
The position involves designing and implementing backend services that power generative AI agents and orchestration systems, working with cutting-edge AI technologies including LLMs from OpenAI and Anthropic. You'll collaborate closely with AI/ML engineers, frontend developers, and product teams to build robust services supporting AI experiences like Conversations, Workspaces, Grid, and Knowledge Base.
The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of backend development experience, strong Python skills, and expertise with FastAPI and PostgreSQL. You'll work in a hybrid environment in Toronto, contributing to a team that values experimentation and continuous improvement. Thomson Reuters offers comprehensive benefits, including flexible work arrangements, mental health support, and professional development opportunities.
This role presents a unique opportunity to impact how professionals work while being part of a company that serves justice, truth, and transparency globally. You'll join a diverse team of 26,000+ employees across 70+ countries, working in an environment that values objectivity, accuracy, and fairness.
Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer (Backend) - Materia AI
- Develop and maintain backend services using Python, FastAPI, and PostgreSQL
- Implement AI orchestration systems integrating LLMs from OpenAI, Anthropic, and other providers
- Design APIs and backend logic for real-time AI interactions
- Help to design AI Platform to automate AI driven tasks across the accounting domain
- Ensure backend systems are secure, scalable, and optimized for AI-driven applications
- Monitor and enhance system performance across millions of documents and AI driven interactions
- Work closely with AI researchers, engineers, and product teams
Requirements For Senior Software Engineer (Backend) - Materia AI
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Related Field, or Equivalent Experience
- 4+ years of experience in backend development, building scalable web services and APIs
- Strong Python skills, with experience in FastAPI, PostgreSQL, and AWS
- Experience in API and data model design
- Strong debugging skills and track record of building production-grade software
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
- Passion for AI-driven software and new engineering paradigms
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Benefits For Senior Software Engineer (Backend) - Materia AI
- Flexible hybrid work model (2-3 days in office)
- Flex My Way workplace policies
- Work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year
- Comprehensive benefits plan
- Flexible vacation
- Two company-wide Mental Health Days
- Access to Headspace app
- Retirement savings
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee incentive programs
- Two paid volunteer days annually
