Senior Backend Product Software Engineer, AI Features

Dropbox

  • Canada
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Dropbox is a Virtual First company. For this role, we are currently only authorized to hire candidates from the following provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Saskatchewan.Role DescriptionDropbox is evolving. AI is no longer a differentiator, it's the new default. We've launched , an AI-powered universal search that connects all your apps, content, and tools into one search bar. Now we're bringing that power directly into the heart of Dropbox: our File, Sync, and Share (FSS) experience used by millions.We're looking for senior engineers to help us embed Dash into Core, not just as a future vision, but as an immediate, top-priority initiative. You'll work on projects that reimagine how people interact with their files: from an AI-powered onboarding experience that activates users from their first upload, to smarter ways of organizing and retrieving media using generative AI and semantic search.This is a high-impact role with visibility, urgency, and a clear mandate: use AI to make Dropbox smarter, simpler, and more useful for the people who rely on it every day.Our Engineering Career Framework is and describes what's expected for our engineers at each of our career levels. Check out our blog post on this topic and more .Responsibilities
  • Design and build AI-powered product experiences directly into the Dropbox FSS flow.
  • Collaborate with product and design partners to bring Dash capabilities (search, ask, summarize) into the Core experience.
  • Use AI to simplify key user journeys, like onboarding and team setup.
  • Work end-to-end: define, prototype, ship, and iterate on features in production.
  • Drive the integration between Dropbox's AI platform and product surface areas.
Many teams at Dropbox run Services with on-call rotations, which entails being available for calls during both core and non-core business hours. If a team has an on-call rotation, all engineers on the team are expected to participate in the rotation as part of their employment. Applicants are encouraged to ask for more details of the rotations to which the applicant is applying.Requirements
  • 8+ years of software engineering or related industry experience, with at least 1-2 years building AI/ML-powered product experiences.
  • BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field involving coding (e.g., physics or mathematics), or equivalent technical experience.
  • You've built and shipped AI/ML-powered product features with real users.
  • You have strong product instincts and thrive in ambiguous problem spaces.
  • You can work across the stack and enjoy partnering closely with product, design, and AI platform teams.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with semantic search, embeddings, or LLM-based UX patterns.
  • Proven ability to ship end-to-end features in production (not just prototypes or research demos).
  • Strong product sense, with experience defining and refining user-facing functionality.
  • Comfortable working full-stack or across system boundaries (frontend, backend, infra, ML platform).
CompensationCanada Pay Range$184,500-$249,500 CADThe range listed above is the expected annual salary/OTE for this role, subject to change.Salary/OTE is just one component of Dropbox's total rewards package. All regular employees are also eligible for the corporate bonus program or a sales incentive (target included in OTE) as well as stock in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).Company DescriptionDropbox isn't just a workplace-it's a living lab for more enlightened ways of working. We're a global community of bold visionaries and resourceful doers who are shaping the future of Dropbox-and with it the future of work. Our Virtual First model combines the autonomy of a distributed workplace with the power of human connection, making space for both meaningful work and meaningful relationships. With our start-up mindset and enterprise-level opportunities, you can be who you are and grow into who you're meant to be. Here, you can own your impact to make work more intuitive, joyful, and human-for you as a Dropboxer and for hundreds of millions of people worldwide. If you're ready to push boundaries-and yourself- Dropbox is ready for you.Team DescriptionThe Dropbox Engineering Team builds the technology that creates more enlightened ways of working for hundreds of millions of people. Every day, our platforms-including Dropbox Dash, Dropbox Sign, and our core sync engine-handle over a billion files for users worldwide, creating engineering challenges as great as the opportunity for impact. Our software engineering team uses a range of technologies to solve interesting problems, including Python, React, Node.js, JavaScript, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Android development. We think like a startup but build for an enterprise, exploring new possibilities that transform how people work. If you're excited about turning complex technical challenges into intuitive solutions at scale, join our Engineering team. Areas of work include Machine Learning Engineers, Infrastructure Engineer, Product SWE Frontend and Backend, Mobile Software Engineers (iOS and Android), Engineering Manager, Data Engineer, Software Development Engineer in Test, Security Engineering, Site Reliability Engineer, Technical Program Managers, Network Engineer, Datacenter Engineer, Technical Supply Chain Manager and more.BenefitsDropbox is committed to investing in the holistic health and wellbeing of all Dropboxers and their families. Our benefits and perks programs include, but are not limited to:
  • Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage*
  • Retirement savings through a defined contribution pension or savings plan**
  • Flexible PTO/Paid Time Off policy in addition to statutory holidays, allowing you time to unplug, unwind, and refresh
  • Income Protection Plans: Life and disability insurance*
  • Business Travel Protection: Travel medical and accident insurance*
  • Perks Allowance to be used on what matters most to you, whether that's wellness, learning and development, food & groceries, and much more
  • Parental benefits including: Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Adoptions and Surrogacy support, and Lactation support
  • Mental health and wellness benefits
Additional benefits details are available upon request.*Where group plans are not available, allowances may be provided**Benefit, amount, and type are dependent on geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policyDropbox is an equal opportunity employer. We are a welcoming place for everyone, and we do our best to make sure all people feel supported and connected at work. A big part of that effort is our support for members and allies of internal groups like Asians at Dropbox, BlackDropboxers, enABLE, TODOS (Latinx), Pridebox (LGBTQ), Vets at Dropbox, and Women at Dropbox.

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