Senior Software Engineer (Backend)
At a glance
Senior Backend Engineering role at Adaptive. New York · full-time · $200,000–$250,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Deliver backend and infrastructure projects with product and design, from planning through completion
- Build backend systems to stay secure, scalable, resilient and fast as usage grows
- Choose technical approaches that support product direction and business needs
- Guide engineering decisions and write robust, maintainable code
What you bring
- At least five years in software engineering, with a track record in SaaS, fintech or a related field
- Deep backend knowledge across service design, APIs, data modeling and current development practices
- Strong problem-solving ability and interest in difficult technical challenges
Who this fits
This senior role suits an experienced backend engineer ready to shape architecture and technical decisions while contributing code. You’ll report to the VP of Engineering and work with engineering and product. The role is based in New York, with in-office work Monday through Thursday at the Union Square office.
From the employer
What we do
Adaptive is a vertical AI company of 50, building the agentic operating system for the $2 trillion U.S. construction industry. We work with over 1,000 customers, partner with over 50 accounting firms, and have raised $26m from Emergence, a16z, and other top funds.
Why join us?
Win a massive category that's up for grabs. Construction is among the least digitized industries left, and no AI king has been crowned. With our momentum, team, and backing, we are in position to be that company
Build a moat that compounds. We orchestrate multi-stakeholder workflows across an industry that today runs on paper, email, and phone calls. Every process we manage generates data no one else has. That data makes each new use case easier to expand to, while building a compounding moat
Work with the rare team that can pull this off. Winning here takes deep construction knowledge and deep AI fluency in the same room. That intersection is rare, and we have it with backgrounds across finance, technology, and construction
Serve the people building the world around you. Your favorite local café. The new house on the corner. The massive new skyscraper at Central Park South. All built by our customers: skilled, creative people who have spent their lives bringing neighborhoods to life
About the role
We are excited to share this opportunity to join our growing team at Adaptive! Your technical expertise will be instrumental in guiding the direction of our engineering efforts and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software.
Reporting to the VP of Engineering, you will work closely with our engineering and product team of 20, playing a key role in the architectural design, development, and optimization of our products.
Responsibilities
Own the execution and delivery of backend- and infrastructure-focused projects in collaboration with the product and design team
Ensure backend systems are secure, scalable, resilient, and performant as we grow
Align technical solutions with business needs and product vision
Drive technical discussions and decision-making processes, ensuring alignment with overall company goals and technology strategy
Lead by example in writing high-quality, maintainable, and robust code
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a proven track record in SaaS, fintech or related fields
Deep expertise in backend development, including service architectures, API design, data modeling, and modern software development practices
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling complex technical challenges
What we offer
Competitive salary plus meaningful equity
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) match and flexible PTO policy
A seat at the table in a rapidly scaling vertical AI startup
Unlimited opportunities for professional growth and leadership
In-office mandate
This role requires you to work Monday - Thursday in our sunny Union Square office.
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