Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. IDC is building the next generation of AI-powered intelligence platforms that transform how technology decisions get made. They are seeking a Lead API/Platform Engineer to serve as the player-coach dev lead for the new Channel & Integration Pod, responsible for making IDC's intelligence accessible through various platforms. This role involves designing API gateways, architecting channel adapters, and building shared infrastructure while leading a team of engineers.
Responsibilities
- Lead a cross-functional pod of 4-8 engineers, setting technical direction while staying hands-on
- Design and build a stateless API gateway that enables external AI assistants to query IDC's intelligence platform
- Architect multi-platform channel adapters for email, Slack, and Teams delivery
- Build shared infrastructure: authentication, identity linking, rate limiting, thread mapping, and audit logging
- Define interfaces and contracts with adjacent teams (AI Orchestration, Search & Data Services)
- Write production code. This role is coding more than 50% of the time
Skills
- 7+ years of software engineering experience with deep expertise in API design, gateway architecture, and platform services
- Player-coach track record leading teams of 4-8 engineers while remaining a significant code contributor
- Strong background in API gateway design, protocol implementation, and integration platform development
- Experience building authentication systems (OAuth 2.0, OIDC)
- Hands-on experience with at least one of: MCP protocol, webhook architectures, email delivery infrastructure, Slack Bolt, or Teams Bot Framework
- Proficiency in Python
- Track record of standing up new teams from zero
Benefits
- 15 vacation days per year (increases with tenure; carryover allowed)
- 10 paid sick days per year
- 1 week paid new parenting leave
- Flexible work options (remote, part-time, flexible hours)
- Health, dental, vision, and paramedical coverage for you and your family
- Annual healthcare spending account
- Employee Assistance Program for counseling and support
- Best Doctors medical second opinions
- Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- Retirement savings plan with company match (up to 4% of salary)
- $75/month technology allowance for home office or phone expenses
- Company-paid cell phone plan
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