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Haystack

Software Engineer

North America

July 21, 2026 at 8:10 AM

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Location

  • United States (Remote)

Languages

  • Python

Frameworks

  • FastAPI

Cloud Services

  • Microsoft Azure
  • AWS
  • Google Cloud Platform

Databases

  • PostgreSQL
  • Snowflake

Experience Level

  • 5+ years backend software development
We're working with a premier AI and Financial Technology firm that is transforming the asset management industry with innovative cloud-native solutions. They are building next-generation financial systems for hedge funds, leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver high-performance and scalable platforms.

The Role

  • Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native backend services using Python and FastAPI
  • Build scalable REST APIs for financial applications and integrate with third-party market data providers like Bloomberg
  • Implement real-time backend services with WebSockets and event-driven architectures
  • Design and optimize PostgreSQL databases, working with Snowflake for cloud data warehousing
  • Deploy and support applications within Microsoft Azure, ensuring optimal performance and scalability
  • Collaborate with engineering teams on technical design, troubleshooting, and delivering new functionality

What You'll Need

  • 5+ years of backend software development experience with strong Python programming skills
  • Experience developing REST APIs using FastAPI or similar Python frameworks
  • Hands-on Bloomberg API integration and strong understanding of backend application architecture and distributed systems
  • Expertise in SQL and PostgreSQL, along with experience designing real-time applications using WebSockets or event-driven architectures
  • Cloud development experience with Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform
  • Ability to work U.S. East Coast business hours, consistently collaborating with engineering teams

What's On Offer

  • Opportunity to work on greenfield projects and solve complex backend engineering challenges
  • Engage in designing a cloud-native Portfolio Management System from the ground up
  • Be part of a highly collaborative engineering team in a startup-like environment
  • Dedicated role supporting a single client, with direct collaboration with client engineering leads

Apply via Haystack today!