Software Engineer (Backend)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (Backend): Building and maintaining high-volume, fault-tolerant processing infrastructure for a HR-focused SaaS platform with an accent on scalability, performance, and system reliability. Focus on designing complex backend services, optimizing database performance, and enhancing CI/CD and monitoring pipelines.

Location: Must be based in New York, NY area (Hybrid role)

Salary: $115,000–$160,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a data-driven HR software company dedicated to helping small businesses grow by simplifying HR operations and providing comprehensive benefits.

What you will do

• Own large-scoped projects from initial discovery through launch with a focus on outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex customer challenges.
• Improve the performance, reliability, and scalability of existing backend systems.
• Add capabilities to high-volume, fault-tolerant processing infrastructure.
• Enhance testing, monitoring, and continuous deployment infrastructure.
• Ensure sensitive data is compartmentalized and secure.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of professional development experience.
• Proficiency in server-side languages like Python, Java, Node.js, or Ruby.
• Solid SQL skills and understanding of database fundamentals.
• Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with designers and product managers.
• Interest in mentoring junior developers and knowledge sharing.

Nice to have

• Professional experience with Go (Golang).

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits, wellness program offerings, and company retreats.
• Supportive, entrepreneurial, and inclusive work environment.
• Focus on engineering excellence, knowledge sharing, and technical leadership.
• Commitment to diversity and providing reasonable accommodations.