Senior Backend Engineer (NYC Hybrid)

About Tru Identity

Tru Identity is using AI to make importing into the US simple. We help importers, marketplaces and logistics providers automate all the messy compliance work that slows trade down — saving time, money and endless frustration. We’ve already built a great product, have happy customers and are growing fast with government contracts secured. 

Tru Identity is reimagining how trade compliance works; starting with the $4 trillion worth of goods imported into the U.S. every year. Joining now means you’ll be part of a small, sharp team with huge impact. You’ll have real ownership, a voice in shaping the product and a chance to help build something transformative from the ground up.

We move quickly, stay focused, and value grit and creative problem-solving above all else.

About the position 

We’re looking for a seasoned Backend Engineer to lead architecture and development of scalable, intelligent systems. In this role, you’ll design and build APIs and distributed systems in Python/Django, manage async workflows with Celery, and deploy production-grade services on AWS. You’ll also contribute to AI-powered features using tools like OpenAI, LangChain, and vector databases.

Requirements 

• Lead backend architecture and development — Design and build scalable APIs, services, and async systems using Python, Django and Celery
• Own infrastructure and deployment — Manage and optimize AWS environments (EC2, ECS, Lambda, RDS) and maintain reliable CI/CD pipelines
• Develop intelligent, AI-powered features — Integrate tools like OpenAI, LangChain, and vector databases to deliver production-grade AI functionality
• Develop async processing systems and distributed task queues
• Integrate AI capabilities using OpenAI, LangChain, or vector databases
• Lead and mentor junior engineers through code reviews and technical guidance
• Build CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Bitbucket, Jenkins)
• Write clean, tested, and maintainable code
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and help drive technical strategy

Experience  

• 5+ years of deep backend development experience
• MUST be a US Citizen (or Green Card Holder) and eligible to obtain US government clearance (background check required)
• Expert in Python/Django with focus on performance and scalability
• Skilled in Celery and async task processing
• Proficient in AWS infrastructure and cloud management
• Experience designing and deploying AI features using LLMs, LangChain, and RAG pipelines
• Hands-on expertise deploying, scaling and monitoring AI/ML models in production
• Strong CI/CD experience (GitHub Actions, Bitbucket, Jenkins)
• Familiar with observability tools (Sentry, Prometheus, etc.)
• Knowledge of microservices and event-driven architectures
• Experienced building systems and processes from scratch
• Background in startup and fast-paced environments
• Contributions to open source or technical writing

Highly Preferred

• Implemented security compliance, both for enterprise or for US Government projects
• Has a current US Government security clearance

Compensation and Perks (value adds)

• $130K - $150K USD annually (with an equity component on top of base salary) 
• Generous PTO and holiday schedule 
• 100% paid healthcare 
• HSA benefits 
• $1000 WFH stipend per year
• Company equipment provided 
• Stock options

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