Software Engineer - Backend
At a glance
Mid-level Backend Engineering role at Thread AI. New York · full-time · $145,000–$230,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build and maintain backend software for the AI workflow orchestration platform
- Turn product, design and engineering needs into technical solutions with those teams
- Create scalable, responsive software that addresses customer needs and company priorities
What you bring
- At least six years developing backend software
- Strong command of Java
- Experience with SQL or NoSQL databases, embeddings and data storage
- Hands-on knowledge of Docker or Kubernetes, a cloud platform, and software delivery practices such as testing and CI/CD
Who this fits
This full-time role is suited to a mid-level backend engineer who can work through complex design problems while balancing delivery needs. You’ll work in person at the New York City office. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, or lawful permanent residents.
From the employer
Thread AI
Thread AI is focused on building an AI-native workflow orchestration engine looking for dedicated individuals to join its growing team. Our goal is to make infrastructure simple for enterprises and public sector agencies seeking to get the most from AI.
Headquartered in New York, our growing team is a group of AI, product, and engineering experts, who have a track record of creating and executing against complex workflows and infrastructure.
Engineering Culture
We're a small and committed technical team that oversees engineering, research, design, product, and operations. We believe that a small dedicated team with a flat structure and collaborative culture can move faster and build better products than large hierarchical organizations.
About The Role
We are looking for a skilled Backend Engineer to play a key role in developing and maintaining our cutting-edge AI Workflow Orchestration platform. You will be responsible for creating innovative, scalable, and high-performing software solutions that meet both the needs of our customers and the company's strategic objectives.
What We're Looking For
6+ years of experience in backend software development, with a solid understanding of backend technologies and frameworks
High level of proficiency in the Java programming language; Python is a nice to have
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Experience with database systems (SQL/NoSQL, embeddings) and data storage solutions.
Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and any cloud platform like GCP, AWS, Azure
A strong emphasis on high decomp skills, with the ability think creatively to develop effective solutions to complex design challenges while balancing project delivery expectations
Work experience with software development best practices, including version control (e.g., Git), automated testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD)
Leadership and collaboration qualities, enthusiasm for real-world, responsible impact
Nice To Have
Experience working with AI/ML tools and products, with an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of the technologies
We’re committed to creating a space where our employees can bring their full selves to work and have equal opportunity to succeed. So regardless of race, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, origin, ability, or age, we encourage you to apply!
Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role and the company but your past experience doesn’t align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply anyway - we'd love to get to know you and see if there's a place for you at Thread!
Compensation
$145,000 - $230,000 + Equity
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national or U.S. lawful, permanent resident.
This is a full-time, in-person position based at our New York City office.
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