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The New York Public Library · 1 day ago

Software Engineer II - (Backend) - Digital Asset Preservation and Access

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$90K/yr - $100K/yr

2+ years exp

The New York Public Library is seeking a Software Engineer II to join the Digital Asset Preservation and Access (DAPA) team. This role involves building and maintaining patron-facing interfaces and complex ingest pipelines to support internal workflows, while collaborating within a cross-functional team to implement technical strategies.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain features with guidance from senior engineers

Perform thorough code reviews that help maintain code quality

Participate in software design for features and bug fixes

Provide technical guidance to junior engineers

Write and maintain comprehensive technical documentation

Contribute to architectural discussions

Implement and maintain test suites

Qualification

PythonBackend web frameworkTesting methodologiesCI/CD pipelineGitTechnical documentationAnalytical skillsDevOps practicesProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

OR equivalent practical experience

2-4 years of hands-on development experience with at least one backend web framework

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred)

Proficiency with testing methodologies and test automation

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to break down features into tasks

Understanding of CI/CD pipeline configuration and maintenance

Proven ability to work effectively in team environments

Experience providing constructive code reviews and addressing feedback

Familiarity with Git for everyday use (basic branching, merge / rebase, conflict resolution, etc)

Ability to create and maintain thorough technical documentation

Working knowledge of basic DevOps practices and tools

Company

The New York Public Library

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The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond.

Founded in 1895

New York, NY, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.nypl.org

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