Software Engineer

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

Backend Software Engineer position with a fast-growing, AI-driven company in NYC focused on building infrastructure for managing and verifying complex data at scale. The team is tackling interesting challenges across large-scale data processing, workflow automation, and transforming unstructured information into structured, auditable outputs.

From a technical perspective, they're looking for someone who can:

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

This is a deeply backend-focused role, centered around building reliable, high-performance systems and infrastructure. There's also exposure to modern AI-driven workflows and integration with intelligent systems, though deep ML expertise isn't required.

The environment is fast-paced and highly technical, with strong ownership and the opportunity to shape core architecture as the company scales. They're ideally looking for someone with solid backend experience, strong system design skills, and a track record of working with production data systems.

Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.

To find out more about Huxley, please visit www.huxley.com