BigCommerce

Backend Software Engineer II (AI Specialization)

BigCommerce$95K — $160K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in backend or full-stack software development, with a focus on AI/MCP/A2A systems
  • BS or higher degree in Computer Science or related technical field
  • Strong programming skills in Go
  • Experience with LLMs (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.) and building agentic AI applications
  • Understanding of prompt engineering concepts
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs for data integration
  • Proven problem-solving and collaboration skills
  • Strong preference for execution and delivery

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and iterate AI agents for automation in BigCommerce and partner ecosystems
  • Connect AI agents to MCP servers for backend system integration
  • Develop AI agents that interpret user intent for store management actions
  • Integrate AI assistant features into the BigCommerce control panel for natural language support
  • Collaborate with product designers and NLP experts for conversational experiences
  • Build proof-of-concept solutions for user story validation
  • Contribute to internal tooling for LLM fine-tuning and safe action execution

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with three days in-office for better collaboration
  • Engagement with innovative projects in e-commerce automation
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technology
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams for diverse project insights
  • Focus on both individual development and teamwork in a dynamic setting
Full Job Description
What You'll Do

  • Design, build, and iterate on AI agents that interact with data across BigCommerce and partner ecosystems to drive automation
  • Connect agents to MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers that interact with various backend systems (APIs, Databases, etc) to surface their capabilities to the AI agents to drive powerful and intuitive user experiences
  • Build AI agents that can assist with store management actions, by interpreting user intent and calling necessary api's.
  • Develop and integrate AI assistant features directly into the BigCommerce control panel to support natural language queries and actions.
  • Collaborate with product designers and NLP experts to deliver intuitive, useful, and delightful conversational experiences
  • Quickly build proof-of-concept solutions to validate relevant user stories
  • Contribute to internal tooling and frameworks that support LLM fine-tuning, prompt engineering, and safe action execution

Who Are You

  • 3+ years of experience in backend or full-stack software development, ideally with a focus on AI/MCP/A2A systems
  • BS or higher degree in Computer Science or related technical field
  • Strong and proven programming skills in Go
  • Experience working with LLMs (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.) and building agentic AI applications
  • Understanding of prompt engineering concepts
  • Understanding of RESTful APIs and data integration across systems
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, exploratory environment
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills in cross-functional teams.
  • Strong preference toward execution and delivery


Preferred:

  • Experience with e-commerce platforms or SaaS product development
  • Background in conversational AI or natural language processing
  • Familiarity with prompt engineering and chaining tools (LangChain, Semantic Kernel, etc.)
  • Previous work with rules-based systems, automation tools, or AI copilots


Work Where You Thrive

For candidates based in the Austin or Atlanta metro area, the position follows a hybrid work model with three days per week in the office, balancing focused individual work with meaningful in-person collaboration.

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(Pay Transparency Range: $95,000.00 - $160,000.00)

Compensation Transparency

The national base salary range for this role is posted above in this job post.

Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications and geographic location. We also consider internal equity to help ensure fair and consistent pay practices across our teams.

Where applicable, this role may also be eligible for variable compensation (such as bonus or commission), equity, and benefits in accordance with local policies. Details will be shared during the hiring process. We are committed to equitable and transparent pay practices that align to market data, internal equity, and individual contribution.

About BigCommerce

BigCommerce is a software company that provides a platform for online businesses to create and manage their e-commerce websites. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas, U.S. Its platform allows businesses to create online stores, manage their products, process payments, and handle shipping and fulfillment. The company offers a range of plans for businesses of different sizes, from small startups to large enterprises. As of 2020, the company has more than 60,000 customers in over 120 countries. BigCommerce is a privately held company and has raised over $200 million in funding.
Learn more about BigCommerce
Size
813 employees
Market Cap
$597.2 million
Industry
Net Income
-$37.5 million
Founded
2009
Revenue
$152.3 million
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