
Backend Software Engineer
dentsu Austria
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: New York City • Maryland • New York • United States
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Salary
💰 $68,000 - $114,000 per year
About the role
- Design, build, and deploy backend solutions using cloud‑based technologies
- Work within Agile practices to deliver iterative, high‑value features
- Research new tools and technologies, share recommendations, and help drive continuous improvement
- Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to support data‑sharing initiatives and connected system workflows
- Apply software engineering best practices, including automated testing, peer reviews, and high‑quality documentation
- Gather requirements and translate them into clear technical specifications
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience building scalable, real‑time backend systems
- Strong proficiency in Python
- Experience with Unix‑based systems
- Hands‑on experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
- A solid understanding of database technologies including SQL/NoSQL, data modeling, and performance optimization
- Experience using development tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jira, and CI/CD workflows
- Awareness of foundational UX concepts and experience supporting digital‑first products
- A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent professional experience.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401k
- Flexible paid time off
- At least 15 paid holidays per year
- Paid sick and safe leave
- Paid parental leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
PythonRESTful APIsSQLNoSQLdata modelingperformance optimizationcloud-based technologiesautomated testingAgile practicesscalable backend systems
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationcontinuous improvementrequirements gatheringtechnical specification translation
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's degree in EngineeringBachelor's degree in Information Systems