Backend Software Engineer
GW375
Posted: 16/04/2026
- $200,000-$225,000
- New York City, NY
- Permanent
About the job
Backend Software Engineer
🛠 What You’ll Do
- Build scalable backend systems for AI-driven workflows
- Design APIs handling complex, real-world processes
- Develop real-time systems where performance matters
- Integrate with external systems and data sources
- Own the full lifecycle: architecture → build → deploy → optimise
👀 What We’re Looking For
- Strong backend experience (Python, Node, or Go)
- Experience with distributed/scalable systems
- Solid API, data, and system design skills
- Ownership mindset — not just ticket-driven
- Interest in AI, automation, or intelligent systems
🌍 The Setup
- Early-stage, high-ownership environment
- Builder-focused engineering team
- Close collaboration with ML + product
- Real-world impact, not internal tooling
⚡ Why Apply
- Backend work tied directly to product outcomes
- Build systems that actively drive decisions
- High visibility, high impact engineering role
Anna Heneghan
Senior ML Research & Engineering Recruiter