Backend Software Engineer [80441]

Onward Search

Columbus (OH)

Remote

USD 103,320 - 112,963

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Program

eLearning & Ongoing Training

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

A staffing and talent solutions company is seeking a Backend Software Engineer (AI) to develop AI-enabled applications. This remote contract position calls for 5+ years of experience in backend engineering, proficiency in Python or Java, and familiarity with Terraform. Ideal candidates will lead the design of scalable platforms while mentoring junior developers. Benefits include medical insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in backend software engineering.
Proficiency in Python or Java.
Hands-on experience with Terraform.

Responsibilities

Lead design and development of AI-powered platforms.
Integrate Generative AI capabilities into applications.
Mentor junior developers in engineering practices.

Skills

Python

Java

Terraform

PostgreSQL

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud services

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

TypeScript

Angular

JIRA

Confluence

Slack

Zoom

Job description

Base pay range

$75.00/hr - $82.00/hr

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation's leading brands.

Job Summary

We’re looking to hire a Backend Software Engineer (AI) for a global leader in digital learning and education technology. You’ll work on high-impact AI-enabled applications, helping design, build, and maintain robust backend systems that power next-generation learning experiences. This is a remote, 6-month contract with the potential for extension.

What You’ll Do

Lead the design, development, and maintenance of AI-powered platforms and tools.
Build backend systems and APIs supporting scalable web applications.
Integrate Generative AI capabilities into new and existing applications.
Collaborate with product, SRE, and leadership teams to design and deploy secure, high-performance solutions.
Implement CI/CD best practices for reliable and efficient release pipelines.
Mentor junior developers and contribute to an inclusive, high-performing engineering culture.
Ensure compliance with data privacy and security standards.
Stay current with emerging AI and cloud technologies to enhance platform capabilities.

What We’re Looking For

5+ years of professional experience in backend software engineering (80% backend / 20% frontend).
Proficiency in Python or Java for backend development.
Hands‑on experience with Terraform for infrastructure automation.
Familiarity with TypeScript or Angular for frontend development.
Experience working with PostgreSQL or other relational databases.
Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud services (AWS preferred).
Excellent problem‑solving skills and a collaborative mindset.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Bonus Skills