Backend Software Engineer - Data Pipelines & AI Infra

Huxley; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Huxley is seeking a Backend Software Engineer in NYC to build and scale backend systems handling large-scale data processing and audits. You will design data pipelines, APIs, and services, with exposure to AI-driven workflows, while reinforcing core infrastructure.

The role emphasizes solid backend experience, strong system design, and production data expertise in a fast-paced, technical environment.

Qualifications

• Backend-focused role building reliable, high-performance systems.
• Experience designing scalable data infrastructure and pipelines.
• Ability to work with production data systems and data governance.
• Opportunity to influence core architecture and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Build and scale backend systems using Python (or similar languages).
• Design and operate data pipelines and distributed systems.
• Develop robust APIs used across internal services and customers.
• Work with graph databases and data storage solutions (Neo4j, Postgres, Redis).
• Deploy and manage services in a Kubernetes-based environment.

Skills

Python

Backend development

Data pipelines

Distributed systems

APIs

Graph databases

Kubernetes

Tools

Neo4j

Postgres

Redis

Job description

Huxley is seeking a Backend Software Engineer in NYC to build and scale backend systems handling large-scale data processing and audits. You will design data pipelines, APIs, and services, with exposure to AI-driven workflows, while reinforcing core infrastructure.

The role emphasizes solid backend experience, strong system design, and production data expertise in a fast-paced, technical environment.