Principal Backend Engineer

Harnham; New City (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

401(k)

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

A cutting-edge finance optimization platform is seeking a Backend Engineer in New York. The role involves backend development, data ingestion, and collaboration with data and ML engineers. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in Python, AWS, SQL, Docker, and Kubernetes. A base salary of $200,000 to $250,000 is offered, along with additional benefits including equity and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in backend development.
• Experience building ETL pipelines.
• Ability to work with large data volumes.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable backend services and APIs in Python.
• Design and maintain ETL pipelines and data ingestion workflows.
• Deploy and manage infrastructure using AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Skills

Python

AWS

SQL

Docker

Kubernetes

ETL

Data ingestion

Education

Background in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields

Job description

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This range is provided by Harnham. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

We are working with a cutting‑edge AI‑powered cloud finance optimization platform that helps businesses reduce cloud costs through automation and machine learning. Their AI‑driven tools provide real‑time insights, cost‑saving strategies, and automated financial operations.

Role

As a Backend Engineer, you will build and optimize the systems that power real‑time financial insights and automation. This role involves backend development, data ingestion, and infrastructure work, collaborating closely with data and ML engineers in a fast‑paced, product‑driven environment. Other responsibilities include:

• Develop scalable backend services and APIs in Python.
• Design and maintain ETL pipelines and data ingestion workflows.
• Work with large‑scale data using SQL and cloud‑based tools.
• Deploy and manage infrastructure using AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Contribute to infrastructure as code and CI/CD processes.

Requirements

• Strong experience in Python, AWS, SQL, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Experience building ETL pipelines and ingesting large data volumes.
• Solid software engineering and data infrastructure skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.
• Background in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and a hands‑on approach to solving complex problems.

Benefits

Base salary of $170,000 - $190,000 plus equity, 401(k), health, dental, and vision benefits.

How to Apply

Please register your interest by sending your resume via the Apply link on this page.

Key Words

Backend, Engineer, Python, AWS, SQL, Docker, Kubernetes, ETL, data ingestion, cloud, finance

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology