Senior Software Engineer (Backend-Focused, Full Stack Capable)

Transparent Search Group • New York, NY

12d • $160,000 - $200,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We're hiring a Senior Software Engineer who wants real ownership, someone ready to become the primary owner of our backend systems while supporting full-stack development when needed. You'll work directly with the CTO, take on complex engineering challenges, and help shape the architecture of an advanced AI connectivity platform. If you thrive in fast-paced startup environments and want your work actually to matter, this is the kind of role you don't walk past.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of engineering experience (or exceptional 3+ years).
• Strong Python backend engineering background.
• Comfortable contributing to full-stack development (React, TypeScript).
• Prior experience in Seed or Series A startups requires understanding startup pace, ambiguity, and ownership.
• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (required).

Nice To Haves

• GPU workflows
• Large datasets, distributed systems, or developer tools background

Responsibilities

• Lead backend development in Python for production-grade systems.
• Work with geometry, spatial, and simulation data, including GPU-accelerated workloads.
• Contribute to frontend components using React + TypeScript.
• Collaborate on LLM/AI workflows, data pipelines, and internal tooling.
• Take full ownership of backend components and evolve into the backend lead.
• Ship fast, iterate quickly, and work closely with founders in a high-energy deep-tech environment.

Benefits

• Deep-Tech AI Work: Build a real AI product that models and simulates the physical world, not another simple application wrapper.
• High Ownership: Step directly into a role built for growth and backend leadership.
• Elite Team: Work with highly accomplished engineers and scientists from top institutions and companies.
• Strong Funding & Real Customers: A clear roadmap, real revenue traction, and support from strong investors.
• Culture of Builders: A small, tight-knit team that values initiative, curiosity, and solving hard problems together.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level