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Staff Full Stack Engineer

LILT

Boston, MA
Full Time
Senior
1 day ago

Job Description

About the Role

LILT was founded by Spence and John, who met at Google working on Google Translate and saw the need for better AI-powered translation in the enterprise. Since 2015, LILT has focused on building cutting-edge language technology, investing early in Large Language Models to improve translation quality and meet the demands of global organizations. Today, LILT's Contextual AI Engine, Connector APIs, and Human Adaptive Feedback deliver accurate, nuanced translation across text, video, and speech in 100+ languages. Integrated with 100+ business systems, LILT helps enterprises scale global growth and deliver seamless multilingual experiences. We are trusted by Intel Corporation, Canva, the United States Department of Defense, the United States Air Force, ASICS, and hundreds of global Enterprises. LILT is backed by visionary investors including Intel Capital, Sequoia Capital, and Redpoint. Lilt is a high-performance, large-scale language translation system that invests in workflow usability, interface design, and backend AI systems, with a focus on cloud engineering and NLP techniques.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with a team of talented colleagues to propose ideas to define, drive, and execute projects on Lilt's Linguist GUI, App Server, and backend systems.
  • Enable linguists to deliver truly localized experiences.
  • Contribute to high-visibility, high-impact projects with enormous growth opportunities.
  • Think big while diving deep into technical challenges and iterating on processes as the company grows.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science or Masters of Science in Computer Science (Masters preferred).
  • 4+ years of professional experience as a Fullstack engineer.
  • Experience leading an engineering team in a technical capacity.
  • Experience working on large-scale, distributed software systems.
  • Proficient in React or other associated libraries, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML.
  • Experience with backend technologies such as Java and Python.
  • Solid relational database knowledge and significant experience with very large MySQL installations.
  • Basic knowledge of NLP and machine learning techniques is highly valued.
  • Professional fluency in English.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with backend technologies such as Java and Python.
  • Solid relational database knowledge and significant experience with very large MySQL installations.
  • Basic knowledge of NLP and machine learning techniques.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science or Masters of Science in Computer Science.

Benefits & Perks

  • Market salary, meaningful equity, 401(k) matching, and flexible time off plus company holidays.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Basic life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage paid by LILT.
  • Paid parental leave after 6 months.
  • Monthly lifestyle benefit stipend via the Fringe platform to customize benefits.

Working at LILT

At LILT, we are committed to a fair, inclusive, and transparent hiring process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) and automated tools to assist in application evaluation, supporting human decision-making. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer, extending equal opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or marital status, pregnancy, or other protected classifications.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 3, 2025
SalaryCompetitive salary
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

About LILT

Website

lilt.com

Company Size

251-500 employees

Location

Boston, MA

Industry

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