Senior Systems Software Engineer – Backend Engineer

Emory University

Senior Backend Engineer building scalable Node.js, SQL, and AWS services for Emory University’s School of Nursing. Leading software architecture, APIs, databases, security, and production support.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend development using Node.js, SQL database management, and AWS services, while ensuring application performance and security. Strong collaboration skills with frontend developers and product teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

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Node.js DevelopmentSQL Database ManagementAWS Services (EC2, RDS, S3)Software Engineering Best PracticesTroubleshooting and Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

JavaC++Object-Oriented DesignXMLSQLRESTful API DevelopmentMicroservices ArchitectureAuthentication and AuthorizationAI/ML WorkflowsData Pipeline Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Express.jsNestJSTensorFlowPyTorchScikit-learnCI/CD PipelinesDevOps Practices

Industry Keywords

HealthcareRegulated Data EnvironmentsService-Oriented ArchitecturesDistributed Computing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSEC2JavaJavaScriptMicroservicesNode.jsPythonPyTorchScikit-LearnSQLTensorflow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead software projects
Work with developers to architect and design projects and implement critical components
Develop and maintain backend services using Node.js
Build and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices
Design and manage SQL databases, including schema design, indexing, and query optimization
Deploy, monitor, and manage applications on AWS, including EC2, RDS, S3, and Lambda
Architect and implement interoperable middleware components, data models, and interfaces integrating software systems, applications, and databases
Develop and integrate software for secure, controlled access to application components and databases
Design and implement graphical user interfaces for software components and applications
Implement authentication, authorization, and data protection best practices
Optimize application performance and scalability
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
Collaborate with frontend developers, DevOps, and product teams
Participate in code reviews and technical discussions
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues
Perform related responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Three years of software engineering or related experience
Strong programming skills in Java, C++, object-oriented design, XML, SQL, and database development
Experience with software engineering best practices, including software design patterns, requirements gathering, version control, automated testing, and configuration management
Strong proficiency in Node.js; Express.js or NestJS preferred
Solid experience with SQL databases and query optimization
Hands-on experience with AWS services, including EC2, RDS, S3, CloudWatch, and IAM
Experience with service-oriented architectures, web services, Grid technologies, and distributed computing strongly preferred
Experience maintaining and improving existing systems
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Experience with AI/ML workflows or integrating machine learning models into applications
Familiarity with Python and common ML libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and scikit-learn
Experience working with data pipelines or large datasets
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Experience in healthcare or regulated data environments
Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs
Residency in the state of Georgia required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly
Hybrid remote work arrangement
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities