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Our client is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer in Manhattan, NY.

Role Description

• We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join our client’s dynamic team. This role requires deep expertise in building scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems that power innovative solutions. As a senior engineer, you will lead the design, development, and optimization of our backend infrastructure, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver seamless and impactful experiences for enterprise organizations. Your contributions will directly influence the robustness and adaptability of our User Adaptive Risk Management platform. Depending on experience, this role may evolve into the Director of Backend Engineering position, with broader ownership over architectural vision and team leadership.
• This is an opportunity to apply advanced technical skills and leadership in a fast-paced environment, shaping the backbone of a transformative solution.
• Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 + Equity Package

Skills & Requirements

• Backend Architecture and Development: Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python (Django) and Go, ensuring performance and reliability.
• Database Design and Optimization: Architect and manage both relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases to support complex data requirements.
• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Develop and maintain robust cloud infrastructure using AWS services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, RDS, S3, SQS, CloudFront, CloudWatch, API Gateway) with a focus on scalability and cost efficiency.
• DevOps and Automation: Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Docker, Jenkins, and Git. Automate infrastructure deployment and management with AWS CloudFormation, Ansible, or Terraform.
• Security Implementation: Integrate advanced security mechanisms, including OAuth 2.0, JWT, and SAML/SCIM, to ensure data protection and secure communication.
• Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks using cloud caching solutions and CDN technologies to enhance speed and reliability.
• Unix System Management: Leverage advanced Unix terminal skills to manage and optimize system-level operations.
• Collaboration and Leadership: Partner with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and influence technical decision-making processes to align with company goals.
• Continuous Improvement: Research emerging backend technologies and best practices to continuously enhance development processes and product quality.

Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Backend Development Expertise: At least 5–7 years of hands-on experience designing and deploying production-grade backend systems with Python (Django) and at least 1 year experience with Go.
• Database Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of database design and optimization for both relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) systems.
• Cloud and DevOps Mastery: Proven expertise in managing AWS cloud infrastructure (EC2, Lambda, RDS, S3, etc.), automating deployments with CloudFormation, Terraform, and Ansible, and building CI/CD pipelines using Docker, Git, and Jenkins.
• Security Focus: Strong understanding of modern authentication and authorization standards, including OAuth 2.0, JWT, and SAML/SCIM.
• Performance Optimization Skills: Demonstrated ability to optimize system performance using CDNs and cloud-based caching solutions.
• Unix Expertise: Advanced skills in Unix system management and terminal operations.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to troubleshoot complex backend issues, optimize system performance, and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions.
• Leadership: Experience mentoring and leading engineering teams in an agile development environment.
• Passion for Technology: A strong commitment to building systems that address human risks and empower organizations to strengthen their infrastructure.

Benefits/Other Compensation:

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401K.

Why Hays?

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