BigCommerce

Backend Software Engineer II (AI Specialization)

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

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in backend or full-stack software development, emphasizing AI/MCP/A2A systems
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field
  • Proficient programming skills in Go
  • Experience with LLMs like OpenAI and building agentic AI applications
  • Knowledge of prompt engineering
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs and data integration
  • Strong problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills in cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

  • Design and iterate AI agents for data automation within BigCommerce
  • Connect agents to MCP servers for backend system interaction
  • Build AI agents to assist with store management by interpreting user intent
  • Integrate AI assistant features into the BigCommerce control panel
  • Collaborate with designers and NLP experts for enhanced conversational experiences
  • Quickly create proof-of-concept solutions to validate user stories
  • Contribute to internal tooling for LLM fine-tuning, prompt engineering, and safe execution

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with three days in the office for in-person collaboration
  • Focus on individual contributions and teamwork
  • Opportunity to work on innovative AI projects
  • Engagement with e-commerce technology
  • Access to internal equity and transparent pay practices
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
NASDAQ

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