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twentyAI

Software Engineer, Backend

On site

New york city, United states

$ 140,000 /year

Fresher

Full Time

28-02-2026

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Skills

Python Databases Autonomy

Job Specifications

Software Engineer, Backend

$120,000 - $140,000 + equity

Onsite in Dumbo

About the Company

We’re partnering with a YC-backed startup modernizing a legacy industry with real-time infrastructure. They’re building the backend systems that power high-volume transactions and critical workflows across marketplaces.

Small team. High ownership. Serious builders.

About the Role

This is an early-career backend role for someone who wants real responsibility from day one.

You’ll help design and build production backend systems, APIs, and services that operate at scale. You won’t be siloed. You’ll ship code, own systems, and learn fast.

This is an in-person team in Dumbo. They move quickly and care about shipping.

What You’ll Do

Build backend services primarily in Python
Develop and maintain REST APIs
Contribute to system design and performance improvements
Ship production features in a fast-moving environment
Work closely with founders and senior engineers

What We’re Looking For

1-2 years of experience as a software engineer
Experience working in a startup environment
Degree in Computer Science or an adjacent field
Strong backend fundamentals and comfort with Python
Solid understanding of APIs, databases, and system design basics
NYC-based and excited to work onsite
High autonomy, strong work ethic, and bias toward action

Why This Role

True early ownership
Direct access to founders
High-growth environment
Meaningful early equity
Series A on the horizon later this year

About the Company

TwentyAI is a talent and staffing solutions firm that combines cutting-edge AI technology, deep data insights, and human expertise to connect top talent with outstanding opportunity, specializing in data, technology, finance and GTM. Our in-house proprietary data analytics platform streamlines the recruitment process, enabling our consultants to focus on building meaningful relationships and staying ahead of industry trends. Since 2008, we've invested in both people and technology, driving business growth and career developm... Know more