AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to build and maintain backend services, automation workflows, and Salesforce API integrations supporting a GTM data platform and AI-assisted sales automation initiatives. You will develop REST APIs and webhook-based lead routing systems, integrate with Salesforce APIs including EVO and Omnichannel, and contribute to AI SDR automation workflows using Java or Python in an Agile sprint environment. The role requires 4+ years of backend engineering experience with Salesforce platform development or API integration expertise.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Build and maintain backend services and automation workflows (Java / Python / microservices).
- Develop and integrate with Salesforce APIs (EVO, Omnichannel, lead assignment rules).
- Support AI SDR automation — including Ghost User setup, Calendly integration, webhook-based lead routing.
- Contribute to the GTM data platform codebase.
- Work within an agile sprint process with a JIRA-based backlog (GTMDR project).
MUST HAVES
- 4+ years of experience in Backend engineering: Java OR Python.
- REST API integration and webhook development.
- Experience with CRM automation and lead routing systems.
- Familiarity with agile delivery and JIRA.
NICE TO HAVES
- Salesforce Apex, Calendly API, or experience building AI-assisted sales tooling.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Growth without limits : build your skills through mentorship, internal TechTalks, challenging projects, and a dedicated annual learning budget
- Competitive compensation : get recognition that reflects your skills and impact, with regular performance and compensation reviews
- Flexibility : work 100% remotely with flexible hours that support focus, autonomy, and a healthy work rhythm
- Meaningful, modern projects : build impactful products using modern technologies alongside global teams and leading brands
- Collaborative culture : join a supportive environment with zero micromanagement where ideas are welcomed and contributions are recognized
- Well-being & support : access local well-being programs and people-focused support tailored to your location
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer who thrives in startup environments and enjoys building scalable systems from the ground up.
This role is ideal for engineers who combine deep backend expertise with a strong ownership mindset. You will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining distributed systems while collaborating with a highly technical and fast-moving team.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Java and Python, enjoys solving complex engineering problems, and embraces AI-assisted development workflows to increase productivity without compromising quality.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Python.
- Develop distributed systems involving databases, APIs, message queues, and data processing pipelines.
- Take full ownership of features and services throughout their lifecycle, from design and implementation to monitoring and optimization.
- Build production-ready systems with a strong focus on reliability, performance, and maintainability.
- Collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Improve system performance, scalability, and operational efficiency across the platform.
- Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery while ensuring code quality and engineering best practices.
- Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to key technical decisions as the company scales.
- Continuously improve development processes, tooling, and engineering standards.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in software engineering or backend development.
- 5+ professional experience with Python, building and maintaining production-grade backend systems.
- Strong experience with Java.
- Hands-on experience with AI/LLM-based application development (AI agents, agentic systems, or LLM-powered applications)
- Experience building AI-driven features, LLM integrations, or agentic workflows in production environments is highly preferred.
- Solid understanding of distributed systems, scalable architectures, and asynchronous processing.
- Experience working with databases, message queues, and data processing pipelines .
- Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes in production environments.
- Proven experience building, maintaining, optimizing, and improving products after launch.
- Strong ownership mindset, autonomy, and ability to thrive in startup or fast-paced environments .
- Advanced English level
Nice to have
- Experience working in product-focused companies, owning products beyond the initial development phase.
- Experience in cybersecurity products or security-focused platforms.
- Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar messaging systems.
- Experience building large-scale distributed data processing systems.
- Background in high-growth startups or scale-ups.
- Previous experience in large technology companies
What’s in it for You
100% remote work with flexibility to work from LATAM.
Join an early-stage cybersecurity startup where your work will directly impact the product and company growth.
Be part of an engineering culture that embraces modern AI-assisted development workflows.
Company-provided laptop and equipment.
Generous PTO and regional holidays.
High ownership, autonomy, and direct influence on technical decisions.