Job Description
Insight Global is hiring a Sr. Backend Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable, reliable software solutions for huge application initiatives on a tight timeline. You’ll work across the full development lifecycle—requirements, architecture, implementation, testing, and deployment—while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business goals. Key responsibilities include:
-Backend Development: Lead development and QA for backend services powering a portfolio rebalancing engine,
-Quality Assurance: Carry out QA / automated testing responsibilities (10-15% of the role)
-Documentation: Keep technical guides accurate and up to date.
-Releases & Deployments: Coordinate smooth product releases into production.
-Data Analysis: Validate large datasets and extract insights for improvements.
-Code Review: Ensure code quality, standards, and best practices.
-Collaboration: Effectively leading a team of junior engineers
-Troubleshooting: Resolve complex issues and prevent downtime.
-Continuous Improvement: Stay current on trends and apply innovations to processes.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Required Skills & Experience
-BS/MS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
-7+ years in software development with strong skills in Go, Java, Postgres and Python (listed in order of importance)
-Expertise in automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
-Proficiency in AI concepts and practical use of AI tools and frameworks
-Proven experience leading large-scale projects and setting technical direction
-Strong SQL skills for complex queries and performance optimization
-Ability to troubleshoot production systems and ensure reliability
-Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
-Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and tools like Jira
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
-Financial services experience
-Hands on experience with launching mobile applications to production
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.