Job Application for Senior Software Engineer, Lead (Music Search) at SoundHound AI

Ready to be a part of something big? Join our team at SoundHound AI, where AI innovation and real-world impact come together. We unite voice AI, generative AI, and conversational AI to deliver powerful AI solutions that reimagine how people interact with the products and services they rely on. Whether it’s voice-enabling vehicles, streamlining patient journeys, or enhancing customer service, our multilingual, omnichannel AI technology touches the lives of hundreds of millions of people around the world.

In our mission to make audio-based searching as accurate, cost-effective, and scalable as text-based searching, SoundHound has re-invented many wheels, sometimes turning conventional search wisdom on its head, and often solving problems that have never had scalable solutions before. Join SoundHound as a Senior Software Engineer to spearhead our cutting-edge music search project. In this role, you'll leverage advanced algorithms and data insights to revolutionize how users interact with music, have an opportunity to shape the future of the project, while honing your leadership skills and growing the team. We're seeking creative minds with a passion for music and tech to enhance our state-of-the-art solutions. Enjoy a collaborative work environment, opportunities for career advancement, and the chance to impact millions of music lovers worldwide. Ready to make a change? Apply now and let your passion lead the way!

In this role, you will:

Leverage advanced algorithms and data insights to transform user interactions with music
Have the opportunity to shape the future of the project and its direction
Develop leadership skills and contribute to team growth
Enhance and innovate state-of-the-art music solutions
Hire and organize the work of additional team members.
Make a significant impact on millions of music enthusiasts worldwide

We would love to hear from you if:

You have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science with 10-12 years of relevant work experience
You have strong hands-on programming skills in C++
You are proficient in Linux and well versed in using Linux command line tools
You have knowledge in at least one scripting language (e.g. Python, Bash, etc with Python being preferred)
You have proficiency in writing SQL queries, and have experience using relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL
You have experience working with distributed systems
You are familiar with backend development

**Please be aware that if your application progresses, the first step will involve an invitation to complete a pre-assessment test.**

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By working at SoundHound AI, you will join hundreds of employees across the globe who strive every day to create exceptional AI-powered experiences for customers, employees, and patients. We are a values-driven company that is supportive of one another, open and honest, undaunted by challenges, nimble and focused, and determined to excel and win.

Our mission is to build voice AI for the world and use our global, diverse perspectives to achieve real generational breakthroughs. SoundHound ensures that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other employment benefits.

Learn more about our philosophy, benefits, and culture at https://www.soundhound.com/careers.

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