Employer Emory University
Type Full Time
Arrangement Hybrid
Seniority Senior
Sector Higher education
Technical Engineering
Posted 15 Apr 2026
Deadline 14 Jul 2026
Architecture and Infrastructure Platform and Products

Senior backend engineering role at Emory University focused on building scalable Node.js and AWS-based systems in a higher education healthcare context.

Role Overview

The School of Nursing at Emory University is seeking a Senior Systems Software Engineer (Backend Engineer) to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js, SQL databases, and AWS.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead software projects and architect backend systems.
  • Design and build RESTful APIs and microservices.
  • Develop and optimize SQL databases and queries.
  • Deploy and manage applications on AWS.
  • Implement security best practices and optimize performance.
  • Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • Three years of software engineering experience.
  • Strong skills in Node.js, SQL, and AWS.
  • Experience with service-oriented architectures and distributed systems.
  • Preferred experience with AI/ML workflows and data pipelines.

Additional Information

This hybrid role allows regular remote work but requires residency in Georgia and periodic commuting to Emory University in Atlanta.