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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Backend Engineer - **Company:** CAT TALES, INC. - **Location:** Bellevue, WA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $114,400.0 - $156,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Build Automation, Clinical Data Repository, Data Integrity, Relational Databases, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Knowledge Management, PostgreSQL, Automation of Marketing, Node.Js, Operational Databases, Blockchain, Software Deployment, Systems Integration, TypeScript, AI Infrastructure, Sql Optimization, Large Language Models, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Build Management, Free and Open-Source Software, Build Tools, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Web Api - **Published:** July 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us7688db9872adff70cb097981cf8119e5 ## About the Role Must Have; * 5+ years building production backend or server-side systems * Strong TypeScript and Node.js expertise * Experience with Python, Go, Rust, or Java * Advanced SQL and relational database design * Experience building production data pipelines * Experience integrating third-party APIs * Strong distributed systems knowledge * Excellent system design and architecture skills * High ownership and execution mindset * Experience leading complex technical initiatives Nice to Have; * AI infrastructure or LLM experience * Blockchain or distributed ledger experience * Experience with Notion, Supabase, or similar platforms * Event-driven architectures * Open-source contributions * PostgreSQL expertise * Observability and monitoring platforms * Startup or high-growth company experience ## Description We only work with real companies hiring for live positions. Every opportunity on our platform is an active search. If there's a strong match, we'll guide you through the process. If not, we won't ignore you., We're looking for a Lead Backend Engineer to build the core automation engine and data platform powering next-generation AI systems. This is a highly hands-on engineering role where you'll architect scalable backend services, build production-grade data pipelines, develop AI infrastructure, and own complex distributed systems from design through production. What You'll Do Backend Engineering; * Design and build scalable backend services using TypeScript and Node.js * Develop production-ready APIs and distributed systems * Build automation platforms that improve complex business workflows * Architect reliable, scalable backend infrastructure Data Platforms; * Build robust data pipelines integrating third-party APIs and external data sources * Design scalable relational database schemas and data models * Ensure data integrity, monitoring, validation, and observability * Develop infrastructure supporting business intelligence and AI applications AI Infrastructure; * Build systems supporting AI agents and intelligent automation * Develop scalable execution environments for AI-powered workflows * Create secure, traceable, and reliable automation platforms * Contribute to next-generation knowledge management systems Technical Leadership; * Lead projects from architecture through production deployment * Drive engineering best practices and technical excellence * Identify technical risks early and deliver incrementally * Collaborate across engineering and product teams to solve complex problems, As a Software Engineer specializing in Clinical Data, you will play a crucial role in developing integration services that facilitate the movement of clinical data between electron… + 13 days ago, A Senior Full Stack Engineer is needed to design and build the backend services and patient-facing applications that power an EHR-integrated care platform. 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