Backend Engineer

Netrolynx AI; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first

Professional development

Equity potential

Job summary

Jobleap.ai is seeking a highly capable Senior Backend Engineer to work remotely within US time zones. You will design, build, and scale secure backend services and REST APIs for our API-driven marketplace, shaping core infrastructure with independence and ownership.

The role emphasizes AWS deployment, PostgreSQL optimization, and AI-enabled tooling to accelerate delivery while preserving code quality. A strong collaboration mindset and startup agility are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend engineering experience delivering production-ready systems.
• Proficiency in Python and modern API frameworks such as FastAPI or similar.
• Extensive experience designing RESTful APIs and secure backend services.
• Expertise with PostgreSQL including schema design, indexing, and query tuning.
• Hands-on AWS deployment, Docker containers, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with integrating third-party APIs and building fault-tolerant systems.
• Ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and leverage AI coding tools.
• Interest in AI and machine learning integrations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure backend services and REST APIs.
• Own features from conception through deployment and monitoring.
• Model, evolve, and optimize PostgreSQL data layer with indexing and tuning.
• Integrate with third-party APIs and internal services with reliability and proper error handling.
• Write automated tests, participate in code reviews to uphold quality.
• Deploy and operate services in AWS, using CI/CD and observability practices.
• Collaborate with product teams, frontend developers, and engineers to deliver features quickly.
• Leverage AI tools like Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, and Copilot to accelerate development.
• Maintain proactive troubleshooting and incident response.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

RESTful APIs

PostgreSQL

AI tooling

CI/CD

AWS

Docker

Tools

AWS

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

Claude Code

Codex

Cursor

Copilot

Job description

About The Company

Jobleap.ai is an innovative technology company dedicated to transforming the way professionals connect with opportunities in the digital economy. By leveraging cutting-edge AI and data-driven solutions, Jobleap.ai aims to create seamless, efficient, and scalable platforms that empower both job seekers and employers. The company's mission is to enhance workforce mobility and productivity through intelligent automation and insightful analytics. With a focus on building robust API-driven marketplace products, Jobleap.ai fosters a collaborative environment that encourages creativity, continuous learning, and technological excellence. As a forward-thinking organization, it values diversity, inclusion, and a culture of innovation, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the tech industry.

About The Company

Jobleap.ai is an innovative technology company dedicated to transforming the way professionals connect with opportunities in the digital economy. By leveraging cutting-edge AI and data-driven solutions, Jobleap.ai aims to create seamless, efficient, and scalable platforms that empower both job seekers and employers. The company's mission is to enhance workforce mobility and productivity through intelligent automation and insightful analytics. With a focus on building robust API-driven marketplace products, Jobleap.ai fosters a collaborative environment that encourages creativity, continuous learning, and technological excellence. As a forward-thinking organization, it values diversity, inclusion, and a culture of innovation, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the tech industry.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team remotely within US time zones. This is a contract-to-hire position designed for professionals who excel in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems. As a key contributor, you will be instrumental in shaping the core infrastructure of our API-driven marketplace products. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex problems, deploy reliable solutions, and utilize AI-powered development tools to accelerate delivery and improve code quality. The ideal candidate is someone who values independence, demonstrates a strong ownership mindset, and thrives in a fast-paced startup environment. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including product managers, frontend developers, and other engineers—to deliver high-value features rapidly and efficiently.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess over five years of professional experience in backend engineering, with a proven track record of delivering production-ready systems. Proficiency in Python and modern API frameworks such as FastAPI or similar is essential. You should have extensive experience designing RESTful APIs, building secure backend services, and optimizing relational databases like PostgreSQL through schema design, indexing, and query tuning. Hands-on experience deploying and managing services on AWS, utilizing containers (Docker), and implementing CI/CD pipelines is required. Familiarity with integrating third-party APIs, building fault-tolerant systems, and adopting a quality-first testing approach are critical. Additionally, you should be comfortable working independently, communicating effectively, and leveraging AI coding tools to enhance productivity. A passion for innovation and continuous learning, particularly in AI and machine learning integrations, is highly valued.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance backend services and REST APIs that form the backbone of our marketplace platform. Take ownership of features from conception through deployment and monitoring, ensuring reliability and robustness. Model, evolve, and optimize our PostgreSQL data layer, including schema design, migrations, indexing, and performance tuning to support high-volume transactions. Integrate seamlessly with third-party APIs and internal services, emphasizing reliability, clean error handling, and fault tolerance. Write comprehensive automated tests to uphold high standards of code quality and reliability, and participate in code reviews to foster a culture of continuous improvement. Deploy and operate services within a cloud environment, primarily AWS, utilizing CI/CD pipelines for streamlined delivery, along with implementing basic observability practices such as logging, metrics, and alerting. Collaborate effectively with product teams, frontend developers, and other engineers to deliver user-facing features quickly and iteratively. Embrace AI-powered tools like Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, and Copilot to accelerate development cycles, enhance code quality, and maintain a high velocity without compromising standards. Maintain a proactive approach to troubleshooting, performance monitoring, and incident response to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.

Benefits

Joining Jobleap.ai offers a competitive compensation package, including a flexible contract rate during the initial phase, with the potential for full-time salary and equity upon successful conversion. As a remote-first organization, we provide the flexibility to work from anywhere within US time zones, promoting work-life balance and autonomy. Employees gain access to professional development opportunities, including exposure to AI and machine learning technologies, fostering continuous growth. Our collaborative culture emphasizes innovation, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a supportive environment for all team members. Additionally, you will have the chance to work on impactful projects that leverage the latest AI tools and cloud technologies, contributing to products that redefine digital marketplaces. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and career aspirations.

Equal Opportunity

Jobleap.ai is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diverse teams foster innovation and drive better results, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and employees to thrive and succeed.