Backend Software Engineer

Backend Software Engineer

Location: Chelsea, NYC
Work Mode: Hybrid (Onsite 2–3 days per week)
Duration: 6–12 Month Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Backend Software Engineer to join our Platform Backend Services Team. The ideal candidate will have strong backend development experience, cloud expertise, and the ability to work in a hybrid onsite environment. This role focuses on building scalable, reliable, and high-performance backend systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs

• Build scalable and secure backend solutions using Java and/or Node.js

• Work with SQL and NoSQL databases to design efficient data models

• Develop and deploy containerized applications using Docker

• Integrate backend services with AWS SDKs and cloud services

• Collaborate with frontend, platform, and DevOps teams

• Participate in code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization

• Follow best practices for security, scalability, and maintainability

Required Skills & Qualifications (6+ Years Experience)

• Strong backend development experience in Java and/or Node.js

• Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases

• Strong experience with Docker and containerization

• Experience integrating services using AWS SDK

• Solid understanding of backend architecture and system design

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with Python

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab, etc.)

• Experience integrating Generative AI models into backend systems

• Familiarity with cloud-native and microservices architecture

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on platform-level backend services

• Hybrid work model with flexibility

• Exposure to modern cloud and AI-driven technologies

• Long-term contract potential (6–12 months)

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with their updated resume.