Software Engineer

Talon Professional Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Talon Professional Services is hiring a Software Engineer in New York for a 12-month contract. The role focuses on backend development, distributed systems, and automation to improve performance and reliability.

Required skills include Python, C#, or Golang, React for web frontend, and experience with PostgreSQL or MS SQL Server. Candidates should be eligible to work in the US and be comfortable with a hybrid onsite schedule in New York City.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Experience supporting backend software in a distributed systems environment.
• Backend development and automation skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Enhance system performance, reliability, and scalability in backend services.
• Develop and support distributed systems and automation pipelines.
• Work with React frontend interfaces and various web services (RPC, SOAP, REST).
• Collaborate in a hybrid onsite environment and provide debugging support.

Skills

Python

C#

Golang

React

Distributed systems

Web services (RPC, SOAP, REST)

PostgreSQL

MS SQL Server

AWS/Azure

CI/CD

Windows & Linux

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE or related field

Tools

Nginx

Kafka/MQ

Cloud automation tools

Job description

Workplace Type:

Hybrid-3 Days Onsite (New York, NY)

Employment Type:

Contract (12 months)

Overview:

Join a leading company dedicated to developing and maintaining critical applications that drive innovation and efficiency. As a Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing system performance, reliability, and scalability. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in backend development, distributed systems, and automation within a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in Python, C#, or Golang
• Experience with web development frameworks such as React
• Strong knowledge of web services: RPC, SOAP, REST APIs
• Skilled in developing and supporting distributed systems
• Hands‑on experience with databases like PostgreSQL and MS SQL Server
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure (preferred)
• Expertise in automation, build pipelines, and CI/CD tools
• Comfortable working with Windows and Linux operating systems
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and performance tuning skills

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with Nginx, Kafka/MQ, and cloud automation tools

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Relevant experience supporting diverse business lines in a backend software environment

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work onsite in a hybrid capacity three days per week
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the US and be committed to a 12‑month contract