Backend Engineer (Python/API) - hybrid NYC - Blueflame AI

Job Description Software Engineer II position at Blueflame AI for Datasite. You will be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of AI technology in the investment management and deal‑making industry, building high‑quality software solutions that power the Blueflame AI platform. In this hybrid role you will work from our New York City office three days per week while also contributing remotely. Why Work with Us Blueflame AI values innovation, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement. Your contributions will directly impact client success and the future of business growth across industries. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain backend services for the Blueflame AI platform using Python. Develop, maintain, and optimize databases including MongoDB and Redis. Build and maintain RESTful APIs that support front‑end applications and third‑party integrations. Write clean, scalable, and well‑tested code following engineering best practices. Implement security measures to protect data and applications from unauthorized access and vulnerabilities. Contribute to system design and architectural decisions by evaluating trade‑offs and communicating technical direction. Review and approve pull requests; plan and scope deliverables against timelines. Optimize platform performance and identify and fix bugs. Collaborate with Product, Client Success, and Engineering teams to deliver new features. Must have 5–6 years of professional software engineering experience. Strong proficiency in Python. Experience designing and building RESTful APIs. Familiarity with distributed systems, asynchronous programming, or multi‑threaded applications; strong system design and architecture experience. Experience working with MongoDB and/or Redis. Currently based in (or willing to relocate to) the NYC metro area. Able to work onsite in NYC three days per week. Nice to Have Experience with LLMs or applied AI. End‑to‑end SDLC ownership. Experience leading a team or coordinating across multiple stakeholders. Compensation & Benefits The base salary range for this position is $118,800.00 – $207,200.00. Compensations may vary based on geographic region, skills, qualifications, and experience. The role may be eligible for bonuses, commissions, or overtime if applicable. Benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), a retirement savings plan, paid time off, and other employee benefits. Specific details will be provided during the interview process. Equal Opportunity Statement Our company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to building teams that reflect the diversity of our communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Blueflame AI