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Senior Backend Engineer

Novella

On-site
New York, NY
Full-time
Senior
5+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 31m ago

Real job — pulled straight from Novella’s careers page · Verified August 21, 2026 · No reposts.

Job description

Novella is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer — a full-time, based in New York, NY role. Apply directly on Novella's careers page below.

Senior Backend Engineer

Location: New York, NY

Department: Engineering

The Role

We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our team. In your day-to-day work, you'll be responsible for building all aspects of our product, from discussing big ideas to debugging production issues. As one of our first 15 hires, you'll also help establish a strong engineering culture and take on a leadership role as the company grows.

The Day to Day

  • Design and develop AI driven application on modern technology stack.
  • Research and use AI tools in your line of work.
  • Collaborate closely with the founders and product team to define and implement our technical vision.

What We're Looking For

  • A true Senior Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
  • Excited about the challenge of building a new business from scratch, not just writing more code.
  • Excited to use generative AI tools in day-to-day work and adapt as the tools and best practices change.
  • Our backend stack right now:
    • Node, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Redis, AWS, Docker, GitHub, and GitHub Actions.

About the Company

Novella is building AI to protect the largest, most complicated assets in the world. Whether it's a rocket going to space or a skyscraper on the coast, Novella is building the first AI powered specialty insurance brokerage.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Senior Backend Engineer at Novella?

The required skills for Senior Backend Engineer at Novella include: Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Redis, AWS, Docker, GitHub, GitHub Actions, AI, Generative AI.

What is the seniority level for Senior Backend Engineer at Novella?

Senior Backend Engineer at Novella is a Senior level position.

How do I apply for Senior Backend Engineer at Novella?

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