Software Engineer, Monetization

Character AI • Redwood City, CA

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About The Position

Character.ai is looking for a talented and motivated Backend Engineer to be a founding member of our Monetization team. You will be responsible for building and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend systems that power our monetization infrastructure, including payments, subscriptions, and revenue optimization. Collaborating with designers, data science, and ML researchers, you'll play a key role in conceptualizing, designing, and delivering groundbreaking AI experiences that drive our monetization efforts.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in backend development, with a focus on monetization, payments, or related domains.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Go. Python and Go are preferred.
• Experience with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or NoSQL solutions.
• Familiarity with payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Adyen) and subscription management platforms.
• Understanding of security standards and compliance frameworks like PCI-DSS and GDPR.
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to optimize system performance and reliability.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their application in monetization strategies.
• Experience with A/B testing and revenue optimization strategies.
• Knowledge of event-driven architectures and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.).
• Previous experience working on large-scale, high-traffic applications.
• Exposure to machine learning or data-driven monetization strategies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services for our monetization platforms, including payments, subscription management, and advertising.
• Implement secure and efficient APIs to support frontend applications and third-party integrations.
• Optimize and enhance revenue-related workflows, including billing, invoicing, and fraud detection.
• Work closely with product managers, data analysts, and frontend engineers to design monetization strategies that align with business goals.
• Ensure high availability and reliability of payment processing systems.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to optimize efficiency and scalability.
• Maintain security best practices to protect user data and prevent fraud.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies in fintech, payments, and monetization.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees