New Grad Backend Engineer — Build Scalable APIs & AI

ATOMS Careers page; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

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Job summary

Atoms is seeking an Engineer to design, implement, and optimize backend systems powering mission-critical applications. The role adapts to strengths with focus on infrastructure, platform, and product, delivering robust APIs and developer tools.

You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to ship end-to-end solutions, participate in reviews, and mentor others as you grow into leadership roles. This in-person role offers growth and impact across multiple domains.

Qualifications

• Graduating in Winter 2026 or Spring/Summer 2027.
• 3.7 GPA Minimum.
• Proficiency in backend programming languages like Java or Go.
• Familiarity with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis).
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable backend systems and APIs.
• Ensure high system performance, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to maintain high-quality standards.
• Mentor junior engineers or take on leadership roles, depending on your seniority.

Skills

Java

Go

Relational DBs

NoSQL DBs

AWS/GCP/Azure

REST APIs

Microservices

Distributed systems

Debugging

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Data processing

Event-driven

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Atoms is seeking an Engineer to design, implement, and optimize backend systems powering mission-critical applications. The role adapts to strengths with focus on infrastructure, platform, and product, delivering robust APIs and developer tools.

You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to ship end-to-end solutions, participate in reviews, and mentor others as you grow into leadership roles. This in-person role offers growth and impact across multiple domains.