66degrees is an end-to-end AI transformation partner that guides enterprises from complex business challenges to clear, quantifiable outcomes. Our company is the culmination of several successful firms, each a leader in its own right in cloud, artificial intelligence, and data. This convergence of talent and expertise is how we help businesses reach their own "inflection point," where chaotic data becomes a strategic asset, complexity becomes clarity, and AI becomes an engine for growth. Our ultimate vision is to be the catalyst for a future where every business operates as an intelligent enterprise, with autonomous systems unlocking human potential.
At 66degrees, we believe in thriving through challenges and winning together. These values not only guide us in achieving our goals as a company but also for our people. We are dedicated to creating a significant impact for our employees by fostering a culture that sparks innovation and supports professional and personal growth along the way.
We are looking for an experienced Fullstack Engineer to lead the development of a modern, document-centric web interface integrated with Google Cloud Vertex AI Search. In this role, you will bridge frontend web applications with intelligent backend search pipelines to build document processing and automated document creation features for an enterprise-grade agentic AI platform.
This contract-to-hire position combines complex Python backend engineering, modern React frontend design, and AI/search platform integration to deliver scalable, business-critical software.
Duration- Up to 11 weeks with potential conversion to full time role.
Location- Remote
Tentative start date: End of August
Responsibilities:- Frontend Development: Architect and build clean, responsive user interfaces in React tailored for complex document handling, data extraction, and interactive workflows.
- Backend Development & APIs: Write performant, maintainable Python services and RESTful APIs to connect user interfaces with underlying search engines and data pipelines.
- Search & AI Integration: Connect application workflows to Vertex AI Search, optimizing document indexing, query retrieval, and agentic AI prompt/response pipelines.
- Document Processing Systems: Implement robust solutions for uploading, parsing, rendering, and auto-generating enterprise documents within the platform.
- Performance & Scalability: Optimize state management, initial load times, and API latency for seamless real-time interactions with search indices.
- Code Quality & Testing: Write comprehensive unit and integration tests, participate in peer code reviews, and adhere to strict enterprise security standards.
- Technical Collaboration: Work alongside cloud engineers, technical architects, and leadership to refine requirements and maintain steady project delivery.
- Experience: 5+ years of software engineering experience delivering end-to-end web applications in production environments.
- Core Tech Stack: Proven mastery of Python (e.g., FastAPI, Flask, Django) and modern React (hooks, state management, asynchronous data flow).
- Search & RAG Concepts: Practical experience integrating vector search or enterprise search platforms (e.g., Google Vertex AI Search, Elasticsearch, Pinecone).
- Document Handling: Exposure to document parsing, unstructured data pipelines, or automated document creation workflows.
- Cloud & Security: Familiarity with cloud ecosystem fundamentals (preferably Google Cloud Platform) and secure data-handling practices.
- Availability & Time Zone: Ability to work primary business hours aligned with Central, Mountain, or Eastern time zones.
66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status or other legally protected class.
AI Transparency & DisclosureAs an AI transformation partner, 66degrees leverages intelligent solutions to enhance our recruitment experience. We utilize AI tools—including LinkedIn Recruiter’s Hiring Assistant and interview transcription technologies—to assist with sourcing, role analysis, and capturing interview highlights.
These tools augment our process, but we "Commit to Our Craft" by ensuring all final hiring decisions are made by our human Talent Team. By applying, you acknowledge the use of these technologies to help us "Win Together" in finding the best fit for our team.
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328 S Jefferson St, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60661
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