IDEA Factory - Full-Stack Software Engineer - Backend Focus

University of Maryland • College Park, MD

8d • $135,000 - $155,000

About The Position

As a Backend-Focused Full-Stack Software Engineer at xFoundry, you will develop and maintain robust backend services and APIs that implement product features and expose the underlying LLM/RAG capabilities. You'll take primary ownership of database architecture while collaborating with AI architects to create seamless integrations.

Requirements

• Master's in a related field. Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of exceptional experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of professional experience.
• Strong proficiency in backend programming languages: Python, Node.js, Java, C#, or Go
• Deep expertise in database management (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis)
• Experience with API development (REST, GraphQL, gRPC)
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Understanding of microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Python (Django, FastAPI, Flask)
• JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js, Express.js, NextJS)
• Java (Spring Boot, Spring Framework)
• Database query languages (SQL, NoSQL)
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Responsibilities

• Backend Development & Database Management Develop and maintain robust backend services and APIs
• Take primary ownership of database architecture, implementation, and management
• Implement data encryption in transport and ensure API security
• Design and optimize database schemas for performance and scalability
• AI Integration & System Architecture Work with the AI Architect to integrate AI services with backend infrastructure
• Implement RESTful APIs for AI model serving and data processing
• Design microservices architecture to support AI workflows
• Ensure proper data flow between AI systems and application backend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees