Backend Integration Engineer (AI/Model Services)Senior / Lead Backend Integration Engineer | Software Engineering | Charlotte, NC or San Francisco Bay AreaOur client is a leading financial services organization focused on modernizing enterprise data science and predictive analytics platforms. Based out of Charlotte, NC and the San Francisco Bay Area, they are looking to hire a Senior / Lead Backend Integration Engineer on a contract basis. If you're passionate about building scalable backend systems that power next-generation AI and predictive modeling solutions, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.
This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex integration challenges, developing high-performance services, and connecting advanced analytics capabilities to real-world business applications. You'll work alongside data scientists, platform engineers, and global technology teams while helping drive cloud modernization initiatives. This position offers exposure to cutting-edge technologies, technical leadership opportunities, and the chance to influence the architecture of large-scale enterprise solutions.Location: Charlotte, NC or San Francisco Bay Area (multiple office locations available)Work Schedule: Hybrid – 3 days onsite per weekContract Duration: 12+ MonthsRequired Skills & Experience5+ years of software engineering experienceStrong backend development experience using Golang and/or PythonExperience building scalable, real-time services and APIsStrong understanding of microservices and service integration architecturesProven experience leading projects, initiatives, or engineering teamsExperience with containerization technologies such as KubernetesLinux administration and development experienceExperience with Git and CI/CD pipelinesStrong relational database experienceExcellent communication and collaboration skillsDesired Skills & ExperienceExperience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Exposure to Vertex AI, BigQuery, or cloud-native AI/ML platformsExperience integrating predictive models into enterprise applicationsKnowledge of model-serving architectures and API gatewaysRust and/or C++ experienceFamiliarity with GenAI, LLMs, or AI agentsExperience working in distributed or global team environmentsWhat You Will Be DoingTech Breakdown40% Golang/Python Backend Development25% API & Service Integration15% Cloud & Container Technologies (GCP/Kubernetes)10% CI/CD & DevOps Practices10% Architecture & Technical LeadershipDaily ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop scalable backend services and APIsBuild integration layers that expose predictive model outputs to business applicationsCreate real-time services supporting AI and machine learning solutionsPartner with data science teams to operationalize predictive modelsCollaborate with global engineering teams on platform modernization effortsContribute to architecture and design decisions for enterprise-scale systemsImplement CI/CD best practices and deployment automationMentor engineers and provide technical leadership across projectsSupport cloud migration and modernization initiativesYou will receive the following benefits:Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your familyDental & Orthodontia BenefitsVision BenefitsHealth Savings Account (HSA)Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsVoluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability InsuranceHospital Indemnity Insurance401(k) including match with pre and post-tax optionsPaid Sick Time LeaveLegal and Identity Protection PlansPre-tax Commuter Benefit529 College Saver PlanMotion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy.
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