AI and Distributed Systems Backend Engineer - Manager - Consulting

AI and Distributed Systems Backend Engineer - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN

Location:

New York, Anywhere in Country

In this role, you will identify and define user/customer requirements, focusing on developing user interfaces across mobile, web, and tablet platforms. You will engage in coding, programming, and creating specifications to deliver services aligning with business needs.

• Develop solutions to complex problems, recommend changes to policies, and establish procedures that impact your work area.
• Exercise judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Provide direction and feedback to team members, ensuring successful task completion.
• Engage regularly with external clients, actively participating in working sessions and leading work streams from planning through execution and closure.

• Work on a team with a get‑things‑done attitude, delivering impact while tackling complex technical challenges.
• Contribute to design and architecture investigations and decisions.
• Work in an Agile/Scrum environment to deliver high‑quality software against aggressive schedules.
• Write clean, maintainable code and perform peer code reviews.
• Proficient in Agile delivery and development methodologies.
• Experienced in application delivery processes and development tools.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance and testing practices.
• Knowledgeable in system development lifecycle and technology integration.

• Typically 4-6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience building successful production‑scalable software systems preferred.
• 4+ years of programming experience with Java or C#.
• 4+ years of experience with Spring Boot, .NET or .NET Core.
• Solid grounding in Computer Science fundamentals.
• Experience with unit testing or TDD.
• Strong communication skills with staff at all levels.
• Self‑motivated, quick learner across languages and technologies.
• Analytical mind with problem‑solving aptitude.

• Passion for delivering commercial software products and platforms to market.
• Deep technical expertise and continuous learning mindset.
• Excellent communication across developers, clients, partners, and executives.
• Hands‑on experience with technology and execution.
• Strong understanding of modern software engineering processes.
• Deep interest in cloud and distributed systems architectures.
• Comfort with ambiguity and drive for clarity.
  
  Experience leading and growing technical talent.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Experience managing change effectively.
• Track record of leading teams successfully.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Base salary range in the US: $142,600 to $261,500. In the New York City metro area, Washington State, and California (excluding Sacramento): $171,200 to $297,200. In addition, our Total Rewards include medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.

• Hybrid work model: most external roles will work together in person 40‑60% of the time over the course of an engagement or year.
• Flexible vacation policy allowing you to decide how much vacation time you need based on personal circumstances.
• Time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, winter/summer breaks, personal/family care, and other leaves of absence.

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.

EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying online or requesting an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1‑800‑EY‑HELP3 and follow the instructions to contact EY’s Talent Shared Services Team.