Backend Software Engineer [80441]

Base pay range

$75.00/hr - $82.00/hr

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation's leading brands.

Job Summary

We’re looking to hire a Backend Software Engineer (AI) for a global leader in digital learning and education technology. You’ll work on high-impact AI-enabled applications, helping design, build, and maintain robust backend systems that power next-generation learning experiences. This is a remote, 6-month contract with the potential for extension.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of AI-powered platforms and tools.
• Build backend systems and APIs supporting scalable web applications.
• Integrate Generative AI capabilities into new and existing applications.
• Collaborate with product, SRE, and leadership teams to design and deploy secure, high-performance solutions.
• Implement CI/CD best practices for reliable and efficient release pipelines.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to an inclusive, high-performing engineering culture.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and security standards.
• Stay current with emerging AI and cloud technologies to enhance platform capabilities.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software engineering (80% backend / 20% frontend).
• Proficiency in Python or Java for backend development.
• Hands‑on experience with Terraform for infrastructure automation.
• Familiarity with TypeScript or Angular for frontend development.
• Experience working with PostgreSQL or other relational databases.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud services (AWS preferred).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Bonus Skills

• Experience with AI services (Azure AI, OpenAI, or Amazon Bedrock).
• Knowledge of Copilot integration or similar AI‑assisted development tools.
• Familiarity with JIRA, Confluence, Slack, and Zoom.

Top Skills

TypeScript / Angular (Frontend)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Program
• eLearning & Ongoing Training
• Education Reimbursement

Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting