Harnham
Harnham is seeking a Lead Backend Engineer to take a key role in shaping the backbone of their AI-driven platforms. This is a hands-on, technical leadership role where you will design and build high-performance backend services, orchestrate integrations with large language models, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring cutting-edge AI products to market.
The company operates at the intersection of AI innovation and enterprise software, building next-generation tools that transform the way professionals work. Their focus is on designing and delivering intelligent platforms that make complex workflows simpler, faster, and more impactful.
Role Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python, FastAPI, and PostgreSQL. Build orchestration systems that integrate with leading AI/LLM providers such as OpenAI and Anthropic. Collaborate with product managers, ML engineers, and frontend teams to deliver AI-enabled features. Drive performance, scalability, and reliability across enterprise-grade backend systems. Contribute as a player-coach: remain hands-on with coding while also guiding engineering practices and technical decision-making. Help design and evolve the company’s AI platform for automation and intelligent workflow solutions. Key Requirements
~7+ years of backend engineering experience, with a proven track record of delivering production-ready software. Strong programming skills in Python, with deep experience in FastAPI, PostgreSQL, and AWS. Experience with enterprise-scale backend systems and distributed architecture design. Hands-on involvement in 0-to-1 AI product development or direct integration of AI/LLM systems into applications. Strong system design capabilities and ability to think at scale. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering and product teams. A results-oriented mindset - able to connect engineering solutions to business outcomes. What's to Offer
Opportunity to make an immediate impact on the company’s AI roadmap. A chance to work on cutting-edge AI integration projects while enjoying the backing and stability of a global business. Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 base + bonus + LTI. Hybrid in Eagan, Minnesota -- 2 days in office, 3 days remote. Benefits include medical insurance, vision insurance, and 401(k).
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Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python, FastAPI, and PostgreSQL. Build orchestration systems that integrate with leading AI/LLM providers such as OpenAI and Anthropic. Collaborate with product managers, ML engineers, and frontend teams to deliver AI-enabled features. Drive performance, scalability, and reliability across enterprise-grade backend systems. Contribute as a player-coach: remain hands-on with coding while also guiding engineering practices and technical decision-making. Help design and evolve the company’s AI platform for automation and intelligent workflow solutions. Key Requirements
~7+ years of backend engineering experience, with a proven track record of delivering production-ready software. Strong programming skills in Python, with deep experience in FastAPI, PostgreSQL, and AWS. Experience with enterprise-scale backend systems and distributed architecture design. Hands-on involvement in 0-to-1 AI product development or direct integration of AI/LLM systems into applications. Strong system design capabilities and ability to think at scale. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering and product teams. A results-oriented mindset - able to connect engineering solutions to business outcomes. What's to Offer
Opportunity to make an immediate impact on the company’s AI roadmap. A chance to work on cutting-edge AI integration projects while enjoying the backing and stability of a global business. Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 base + bonus + LTI. Hybrid in Eagan, Minnesota -- 2 days in office, 3 days remote. Benefits include medical insurance, vision insurance, and 401(k).
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