Analyst​/Developer – Specialty 3

Cullerton Group has a new opportunity for an Analyst/Developer – Specialty 3. The work will be performed 100% onsite in Irving, Texas. This is a long-term, 24-month position that can lead to permanent employment with our client. Compensation is up to $115.00/hour + full benefits (vision, dental, health insurance, 401(k), and holiday pay).

Job Summary

Cullerton Group is seeking an experienced Senior Backend / Integration Engineer to develop scalable backend services supporting next-generation simulation, digital twin, and autonomous technology platforms. In this role, you will design cloud-native microservices, build APIs, and integrate enterprise systems with advanced simulation environments. You will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver reliable, high-performance backend solutions that support complex digital engineering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend microservices and APIs (Python preferred) to integrate cloud services, simulation platforms, and digital twin environments.
• Build REST, gRPC, and event-driven APIs while implementing asynchronous workflows and distributed system integrations.
• Develop integration adapters, contract testing, automation frameworks, and observability solutions to improve platform reliability.
• Collaborate with architects, platform engineers, product owners, and external technology partners to define API contracts and integration strategies.
• Contribute to cloud-native architecture, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, operational readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in backend software development.
• Strong experience developing backend microservices and REST/gRPC APIs using Python (preferred).
• Experience with cloud-native services, distributed systems, event-driven architecture, observability, and integration testing.
• Experience with AI coding platforms and modern software development practices.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills with experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NVIDIA Omniverse, Isaac Sim, or similar simulation platforms.
• Experience with OpenUSD/USD, Digital Twin technologies, or robotics and autonomy systems.
• Experience with object storage, artifact management, and cloud-native architectures.
• Technical leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration experience.

Why This Role?

This position offers the opportunity to work on advanced backend technologies supporting simulation, digital twin, and autonomous systems. You'll collaborate with highly skilled engineering teams to design scalable cloud-native solutions, influence platform architecture, and help build innovative software that powers next-generation engineering capabilities. Cullerton Group provides a collaborative environment with long-term career growth and the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge software engineering initiatives.