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Backend Software Engineer at Profound | New York City

ProfoundNew York City
On-site Full-time $140K/yr - $260K/yr

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you should possess a strong portfolio demonstrating your backend development capabilities and be well-versed in Node.js, Python, or Rust. Your expertise should include a comprehensive understanding of database management, efficient data pipeline design, and cloud infrastructure. You should also have a solid grasp of security best practices.

About the job

At Profound, we are dedicated to empowering organizations to effectively navigate and manage their AI presence. As a Backend Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in constructing and refining the foundational infrastructure that drives our AI-based insights. Your expertise will be instrumental in designing scalable APIs, efficiently processing extensive datasets, and ensuring robust and high-performance systems that enable businesses to harness the power of AI.

Your Responsibilities

  • Design and build high-performance backend systems that facilitate AI-driven analytics.

  • Develop and maintain scalable APIs to support real-time data retrieval and insights.

  • Enhance data processing pipelines to efficiently manage large volumes of structured and unstructured data.

  • Guarantee system security, performance, and reliability across all levels of the technology stack.

  • Collaborate closely with front-end engineers and data scientists to deliver impactful features seamlessly.

  • Lead key technical decisions, balancing the need for speed with long-term maintainability of the codebase.

About You

  • A strong portfolio or GitHub showcasing your backend development skills.

  • Proficient in programming languages such as Node.js, Python, or Rust, with a solid background in scalable backend architecture.

  • In-depth knowledge of databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, or OLAP databases, along with experience in query optimization.

  • Experience in designing effective data pipelines and working with distributed systems.

  • Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure, as well as containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

  • Strong understanding of security best practices, API authentication, and performance optimization.

  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-performance startup environment.

About Profound

Profound is a forward-thinking company focused on helping businesses understand and control their AI impact. We are committed to innovation and excellence in AI-driven insights and solutions.

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