AI Backend Lead Engineer

Guidehouse; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible benefits package

Diverse and supportive workplace

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Lead Developer to be a hands-on contributor responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining AI-enabled backend services. This role emphasizes building scalable services and robust APIs while working closely with cross-functional teams to meet enterprise needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in API development, excellent programming skills, and experience in agile environments. This position offers a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work on innovative projects in the AI domain.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8+ years of hands-on software development experience in backend or full-stack roles.
• Experience in API development, including design, implementation, versioning, and integration.
• Strong proficiency in at least one backend programming language such as Python, Java, Node.js, or C#.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain MCP servers.
• Build and maintain RESTful and/or event-driven APIs.
• Collaborate with AI engineers, product owners, and architects.

Skills

API development

Backend programming

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

GitHub

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Lead Developer to be a hands-on contributor responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining AI-enabled backend services. This role emphasizes building scalable services and robust APIs while working closely with cross-functional teams to meet enterprise needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in API development, excellent programming skills, and experience in agile environments. This position offers a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work on innovative projects in the AI domain.