Software Engineer

We are seeking a talented and passionate Backend Developer to join Onefinnet, an AI-driven talent and networking platform for the Financial Services industry. As part of our dynamic team, you will play a pivotal role in building and optimizing the core backend systems that power our innovative hiring, networking, and training platforms. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced startup environment where your contributions will have a direct and significant impact.

Company Overview:Founded in 2022 by an ex-Goldman Sachs VP, Onefinnet is revolutionizing talent acquisition and networking in the financial services industry. Our platform leverages cutting-edge AI technology to help financial services firms connect with top talent and streamline hiring processes. With partnerships spanning 35 top universities, 15 MBA programs, and over 150 premier finance organizations, we are creating a global ecosystem for professionals and students to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain server-side logic, databases, and APIs for our AI-driven platforms.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and AI/ML teams to implement and deploy new features.
• Ensure the scalability, security, and performance of backend systems.
• Write clean, reusable, and efficient code with proper documentation and test coverage.
• Optimize system performance and troubleshoot issues in different development and production environments.
• Implement RESTful APIs and microservices-based architecture.
• Integrate third-party APIs and services, including video, analytics, and communication tools.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development cycles, including sprint planning, code reviews, and retrospectives.
• Contribute to the evolution of the backend architecture and technology stack.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of professional backend development experience.
• Proficiency in backend programming languages such as Go and Python.
• Experience with frameworks like Gin, Django, or Spring Boot.
• Strong expertise in RESTful API development, database design, and ORMs (e.g., Sequelize, SQLAlchemy).
• Hands-on experience with SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms (OAuth2, JWT).
• Experience with cloud platforms like Azure or AWS.
• Knowledge of software security best practices and data privacy compliance.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working on AI/ML integrated platforms or HRTech/EdTech solutions.
• Prior experience in a startup or fast-paced product environment.
• Familiarity with message brokers like RabbitMQ, Kafka, or Redis Pub/Sub.
• Exposure to GraphQL and WebSockets.
• Understanding of DevOps practices and monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, ELK).

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven startup transforming hiring and networking in financial services.
• Collaborate with an experienced and visionary founding team.
• Enjoy a high-ownership role with a fast growth trajectory.
• Competitive salary with performance-linked incentives.
• Work on impactful, AI-driven products used by leading global finance firms.