Backend Developer - API

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CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

Job Description

We are looking for a Backend Developer - API to build and manage high-performance backend systems and APIs. This position will be full-time, hybrid.

What You'll Do

Primary Responsibilities
Backend Architecture & Development - Must have

• Design and develop high-performance, scalable backend systems and APIs to support GenAI platforms and applications across TE's global business units

• Build robust RESTful APIs, GraphQL endpoints, and event-driven architectures using FastAPI, Flask, or similar Python frameworks

• Develop microservices-based architectures that enable modularity, scalability, and independent deployment of AI capabilities

• Implement API gateway patterns and orchestration layers for seamless integration across multiple services and data sources

API Management & Security - Must have

• Implement enterprise-grade authentication and authorization mechanisms (OAuth 2.0, JWT, SAML) for API security

• Design rate limiting, throttling, and monitoring solutions to ensure API reliability and prevent abuse

• Develop API documentation using OpenAPI/Swagger specifications and maintain versioning strategies

• Collaborate with enterprise architects to integrate with API management platforms

Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps

• Deploy and manage backend services on AWS/Azure using containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)

• Set up CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions to automate testing, deployment, and rollback procedures

• Monitor backend service performance, implement logging/alerting (CloudWatch, Datadog, ELK stack), and optimize for cost and efficiency

What You'll Need

Required
Core Backend Expertise

• 8-12 years in backend development with 3+ years in AI/ML/GenAI platforms

• Strong proficiency in Node.js/TypeScript (Express.js, NestJS) and Python (FastAPI) for building high-performance backend services

• Expertise in API development (RESTful, GraphQL), microservices architecture, and event-driven programming with message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

Database & Data Systems

• Expert-level knowledge of SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL), NoSQL (MongoDB), and vector databases (OpenSearch) for AI/RAG applications

• Proficiency in database optimization, indexing strategies, and query performance tuning

Security & Integration

• Strong understanding of API security (OAuth 2.0, JWT, rate limiting) and encryption (TLS/SSL)

• Experience with enterprise integration patterns and familiarity with API management platforms (MuleSoft, Apigee, Kong)

• Knowledge of compliance requirements (SOC 2, GDPR)

Software Engineering Practices

• Strong expertise in OOP, design patterns, and Agile methodologies

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills

Preferred

• Experience with AWS/Azure (Lambda, ECS, S3, RDS, API Gateway), Docker/Kubernetes

• Hands-on with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins), monitoring tools (Prometheus, CloudWatch)

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions

• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc

• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

Reasonable accommodation statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected] or (888) 824 – 8111.