Back End Software Engineer

Posted 25 Days Ago
Pittsburgh, PA
Junior
Artificial Intelligence • Machine Learning • Analytics
The Role
The Backend Software Engineer will design and implement APIs, collaborate on data modeling, and deploy backend services within Bloomfield's platform, focusing on enhancing product capabilities.
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About Bloomfield

At Bloomfield, we are revolutionizing the way crops are monitored and managed. Our AI-powered imaging technology provides continuous, plant-level health and performance insights from seed to harvest. Our mission is to empower farmers with the tools they need to increase crop productivity and quality while using fewer scarce resources, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable and food-secure future.
In 2024, Kubota Corporation, a global leader in agricultural machinery and solutions, through its North American subsidiary, Kubota North America Corporation, acquired Bloomfield. This acquisition unites Bloomfield’s innovative technology with Kubota’s extensive resources and commitment to provide comprehensive smart agriculture solutions to farmers worldwide. Our combined expertise and resources will drive innovation and deliver benefits to farmers, ensuring a more sustainable and prosperous agricultural industry.
Join us on our journey to transform agriculture and create essential solutions to empower farmers for generations to come.

About the Role

We are seeking a Backend Software Engineer to join our stream-aligned feature team. This team is responsible for delivering new product capabilities through 6-week Shape Up cycles, focusing on API design, data modeling, deployment, and observability. You will play a key role in designing, building, and deploying backend services that power Bloomfield’s platform.


Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement scalable APIs and backend services to support new product features.
  • Collaborate with frontend engineers on API design and data modeling to deliver customer-facing experiences.
  • Integrate with compute and data platforms to enable efficient processing of imagery and sensor data.
  • Deploy and monitor backend services, ensuring reliability and observability.
  • Contribute to the team’s technical growth, sharing knowledge and best practices.

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in backend or infrastructure engineering.
  • Proficiency in Python and experience working with backend frameworks.
  • Experience with AWS services (e.g., ECS, S3, Lambda, Redshift).
  • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
  • Understanding of containerization (Docker) and Linux environments.
  • Knowledge of networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TLS/HTTPS).


Bonus Points:

  • Experience with FastAPI and SQLAlchemy.
  • Familiarity with Go or JavaScript/TypeScript & React.
  • Experience with computer vision or machine learning infrastructure.
  • Knowledge of AgTech or precision agriculture.


What We're Looking For:

  • A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, iterative environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a bias for action.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
  • A willingness to learn new technologies and adapt quickly.

What We Offer

In addition to the opportunity to apply and develop your skills toward key business objectives, we offer an excellent compensation package including:

  • Competitive base salary & bonus 
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Unlimited PTO 
  • Parental Leave 
  • Training & Development Stipend

Bloomfield is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected classes.


 

Top Skills

AWS
CloudFormation
Docker
Fastapi
Go
JavaScript
Linux
Python
React
Sqlalchemy
Terraform
Typescript
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The Company
HQ: Pittsburgh, PA
28 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2019

What We Do

We build tools that help farmers, breeders, and scientists better understand plant growth using a combination of computer vision and AI.

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