Senior Software Engineer (Backend)
Adaptive · New York City
About this role
**Senior Software Engineer (Backend)** **About Adaptive** Adaptive is a vertical AI company building the agentic operating system for the **$2T U.S. construction industry**. We work with **1,000+ customers**, partner with **50+ accounting firms**, and have raised **$26M** from Emergence, a16z, and other top funds. **Why Join Us** - Construction is one of the least digitized industries—there’s a major category opportunity. - We orchestrate multi-stakeholder workflows across an industry that still runs on **paper, email, and phone calls**. - You’ll help build a compounding moat by turning unique operational data into new capabilities. **About the Role** Reporting to the **VP of Engineering**, you’ll work closely with a **20-person** engineering and product team. You’ll guide engineering direction and help deliver high-quality software through architectural design, development, and optimization. **Responsibilities** - Own execution and delivery of **backend and infrastructure** projects with product and design - Ensure backend systems are **secure, scalable, resilient, and performant** as we grow - Align technical solutions with business needs and product vision - Drive technical discussions and decision-making aligned with company goals and tech strategy - Lead by example by writing **high-quality, maintainable, robust** code **Qualifications** - **5+ years** of software engineering experience (SaaS, fintech, or related) - Deep backend expertise: **service architectures, API design, data modeling**, and modern development practices - Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for complex technical challenges **What We Offer** - Competitive salary + meaningful equity - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance - 401(k) match and flexible PTO - A seat at the table in a rapidly scaling vertical AI startup - Unlimited opportunities for professional growth and leadership **In-Office Mandate** - Requires working **Monday–Thursday** in our **Union Square** office.
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