Software Engineer- Backend | Cloud, Data, AI
Hybrid - 3 days onsite in NYC
$160k-$190k base + Equity
A well-funded, high-growth startup in NYC is building the future of cloud infrastructure optimization. With cloud costs soaring and AI driving complexity, this team is building a next-generation platform to help companies manage and automate their cloud environments with clarity and control.
They're hiring a Software Engineer to join their growing backend team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in cloud architecture, data pipelines, and Python-based development, who's excited to own infrastructure that powers real-time financial modeling and intelligent automation.
What You'll Do
- Build and scale cloud-native microservices on AWS and other cloud platforms
- Design and maintain data pipelines to support AI-driven analytics and modeling
- Own infrastructure-as-code systems using Terraform
- Develop secure, high-performance API endpoints for data retrieval and model outputs
- Implement and manage CI / CD workflows using GitLab Actions
- Collaborate across engineering and product teams to improve scalability and performance
- Contribute to a modern backend architecture that spans multi-cloud environments
What They're Looking For
Proven years of backend / software engineering experience in high growth startupsA BS or MS in Computer ScienceStrong Python skills, with proven experience in data engineering and cloud-native backend systemsDeep expertise with AWS, Terraform, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)Hands-on experience with CI / CD, data transformation, and API developmentA problem-solver who thrives in fast-moving environments and writes maintainable, secure codeNice to Have
Exposure to machine learning, particularly around model deployment or data preparationExperience with GCP and multi-cloud systemsPrevious startup or early-stage company experienceAWS technical certificationsWhy Join
High-impact opportunity at a startup tackling real business pain points with modern cloud and AI techEquity in a fast-scaling company backed by top-tier investorsStrong engineering culture with a focus on ownership, speed, and high standardsGreat work-life balance : hybrid in NYC (Dumbo), generous PTO, paid parental leave, and moreInterested? Apply now to explore this opportunity to build the infrastructure powering the next wave of AI-powered cloud platforms.