Backend Software Engineer

Thread AI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Thread AI is seeking a Backend Engineer to help build and maintain an AI-native workflow orchestration platform in New York. You will design scalable backend services, APIs, and data models to meet customer needs and align with the company’s strategic goals.

You will collaborate with product, design, and other engineers, applying best practices in testing, CI/CD, and containerized deployments to deliver reliable software for enterprise and public-sector customers.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of backend software development experience.
• Experience with scalable backend systems and APIs.
• Knowledge of containerization, cloud platforms, and modern software practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services for an AI workflow orchestration platform.
• Collaborate with product, design, and other engineers to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Implement robust testing, CI/CD pipelines, and reliable deployment processes.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL/NoSQL

CI/CD

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure)

AI/ML tooling

Team collaboration

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

CI/CD tooling

Job description

• Thread AI is focused on building an AI-native workflow orchestration engine looking for dedicated individuals to join its growing team
• Our goal is to make infrastructure simple for enterprises and public sector agencies seeking to get the most from AI
• We’re a small and committed technical team that oversees engineering, research, design, product, and operations
• We believe that a small dedicated team with a flat structure and collaborative culture can move faster and build better products than large hierarchical organizations
• We are looking for a skilled Backend Engineer to play a key role in developing and maintaining our cutting-edge AI Workflow Orchestration platform
• You will be responsible for creating innovative, scalable, and high-performing software solutions that meet both the needs of our customers and the company’s strategic objectives

Experience with database systems (SQL/NoSQL, embeddings) and data storage solutionsHigh level of proficiency in the Java programming language; Python is a nice to haveLeadership and collaboration qualities, enthusiasm for real-world, responsible impactWork experience with software development best practices, including version control (e.g., Git), automated testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD)Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to translate business requirements into technical solutionsKnowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and any cloud platform like GCP, AWS, Azure6+ years of experience in backend software development, with a solid understanding of backend technologies and frameworksA strong emphasis on high decomp skills, with the ability think creatively to develop effective solutions to complex design challenges while balancing project delivery expectationsExperience working with AI/ML tools and products, with an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of the technologies