Full Stack Engineer (Backend & AI Focus)

Join a dynamic enterprise architecture team as a Full Stack Engineer focused on backend services and AI-enabled solutions. In this 5-month contract role, you'll help build modern digital tools that streamline architecture assurance, improve access to standards and guidance, and support automation across key engineering workflows.
Responsibilities

• Design, build, and support production-ready backend services, APIs, and data pipelines.
• Develop AI-enabled features, including retrieval-augmented generation and LLM orchestration, to improve searchability and usability of architecture resources.
• Create automated workflows and digital tools that help streamline architecture assurance processes.
• Contribute to front-end development to deliver a smooth end-to-end user experience.
• Support cloud-based engineering work, including CI/CD pipelines, build systems, and deployment automation.
• Integrate new tools and services with existing enterprise platforms and databases.
• Partner with architecture and engineering teams to deliver practical, scalable solutions that meet business needs.

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, plus at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong experience in full stack development with a deep focus on backend architecture and database design.
• Hands-on experience building production software and supporting the full development lifecycle.
• Practical ability to contribute to front-end or UI development.
• Experience building GenAI applications using RAG and frameworks such as LangChain or similar tools.
• Solid understanding of API design, microservices, and enterprise system integrations.
• Experience with cloud environments and DevOps/CI/CD practices.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and deliver high-quality results in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform or Microsoft Azure.
• Background in healthcare technology or enterprise health systems.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools.
• Experience modernizing internal tools or business process automation solutions.
• Comfort working in cross-functional teams across architecture, engineering, and operations.

Horizontal is committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are valued and respected. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and perspectives who are excited to contribute, learn, and grow in an inclusive environment.
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