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AI & Distributed Systems Backend Engineer - Senior - Consulting - Location OPEN

EY · Baltimore, MD · Today
On-siteEngineering$103k–$188k/yrFull-time

About the role

The Platforms Practice at EY specializes in mission-critical, intelligent platforms for the world's most ambitious organizations. Using a product-driven, AI-centric approach, we empower clients to build for the intelligent digital future.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with clients to gather and analyze requirements, ensuring the final product meets their needs.
  • Design and develop user interfaces that are both functional and enhance user experience.
  • Write clean, maintainable code and create specifications that support business objectives.
  • Regular travel may be required to meet with clients, providing opportunities to engage directly with stakeholders.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree required (4-year degree).
  • No less than 2 - 4 years relevant experience.
  • Experience building successful production scalable software systems preferred.
  • Programming languages: 3-5+ years of experience with Java or C#.
  • Frameworks: 3-5+ years of experience with Spring Boot, .Net or .Net Core.

Attributes for Success

  • Work on a team with a get-things-done attitude, so you'll have lots of autonomy to create impact while tackling complex technical challenges.
  • Contribute to design and architecture investigations and decisions.
  • Will work in an Agile/Scrum environment to deliver high quality software against aggressive schedules.
  • Write clean, maintainable code, and perform peer code-reviews.
  • Strong understanding of agile delivery and development methodologies.
  • Proficiency in application development tools and quality assurance practices.
  • Ability to build and manage relationships with clients, fostering trust and value.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex ideas with clarity.

Skills

  • Strong understanding of modern software engineering processes.
  • Deep understanding and interest in cloud and distributed systems architectures.
  • Comfortable with ambiguity with a drive for clarity.
  • Experience leading and growing technical talent (for software engineering managers).
  • Experience in complex problem-solving and critical thinking.
  • Strong emotional agility and the ability to collaborate in hybrid environments.
  • A proactive approach to learning and adapting to new technologies.

What We Look For

We seek individuals who are not only technically proficient but also possess a strong sense of curiosity and a desire to learn. Top performers are those who can navigate complex challenges with ease, communicate effectively, and build meaningful relationships with clients and colleagues alike.

What We Offer

  • A comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.
  • The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $102,500 to $187,900.
  • The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $122,900 to $213,400.
  • Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.
  • In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.

Join Us

Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.

Flexible Vacation Policy

You’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

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