Senior Distributed Software Engineer - API Platforms & ...

Senior Distributed Systems Engineer - API Platforms & IntegrationsHybrid (2 days per week onsite in Durham, NC)Contract to hire (No 3rd parties or C2C)About the OpportunityWe're seeking a highly motivated backend engineer to help build a next-generation API platform and integration marketplace that enables secure, real-time connectivity across enterprise systems and external partners.This team is modernizing how critical business data is exchanged by transitioning traditional workflows into scalable, API-driven services that improve speed, reliability, synchronization, and security. The environment is highly collaborative, cloud-focused, and engineering-driven, with an emphasis on modern architecture and continuous innovation.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex backend challenges, working across multiple technologies, and contributing to systems that operate at enterprise scale.What You'll DoDesign and develop scalable backend services and APIs supporting high-volume, real-time transactionsBuild and enhance API integration frameworks used by internal and external consumersContribute to distributed systems architecture with a focus on resiliency, observability, and performanceCollaborate with engineering teams to modernize legacy integration patterns into API-first solutionsOptimize data flow and interoperability between enterprise platforms and partner applicationsParticipate in CI/CD automation, cloud deployments, and infrastructure improvementsTroubleshoot production issues related to scalability, latency, concurrency, and system reliabilityRequired Qualifications5+ years of backend or software engineering experience in enterprise environmentsStrong experience building and maintaining distributed or large-scale backend systemsHands-on experience developing RESTful APIs and service integrationsProfessional experience with multiple programming languages, including combinations of:JavaGolangTypeScriptNode.jsPythonJavaScriptExperience working in cloud-native environments using AWS and/or AzureUnderstanding of scalable system design, fault tolerance, and performance optimizationExperience with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practicesStrong communication skills with the ability to discuss technical decisions and tradeoffsPreferred QualificationsExperience with containerization technologies such as DockerExposure to GraphQL or event-driven architecturesFamiliarity with Angular or modern frontend frameworksExperience with Oracle, SQL, or large-scale data processing environmentsKnowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormationExposure to AI-assisted development tools or engineering automation workflowsWhat Makes This Role InterestingHigh-visibility engineering initiatives with real business impactOpportunity to shape modern API and integration architectureCollaborative environment focused on innovation and technical growthComplex engineering challenges involving scalability, real-time systems, and enterprise integrationsInterview ProcessCandidates should be comfortable participating in an in-person interview process as part of the final selection stages.The salary range for this position is $70/hr to $80/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

Created: 2026-05-13