Company DescriptionGenieAI is redefining how financial services companies run their workflows through the power of agentic finance. Our platform empowers leading asset managers and hedge funds to automate complex processes, uncover hidden alpha, and manage risk. With our award-winning portfolio and risk management system, portfolio managers gain the ability to automate their work and uncover hidden risks and alpha with precision that was previously unattainable.Our team brings deep expertise in AI, machine learning, and quantitative finance, with PhDs and MBAs from institutions such as Wharton. Headquartered in Boston with an engineering hub in Rome, GenieAI partners with globally recognized asset managers across the U.S., U.K., Europe, Asia, and Australia. We are proudly backed by top investors including Coinbase Ventures and Bain Capital Ventures.Role DescriptionThis is a full-time role for a Backend Developer. The Backend Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining the server-side logic of applications, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end. The role involves creating and managing database schemas, implementing core application logic, collaborating with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server side logic, and enhancing the product with new features based on user feedback.QualificationsStrong Backend Web Development and Software Development skillsProficiency in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)Proficiency in Python and at least one other programming languageExperience with Backend tech stack: FastAPI, SQLAlchemy, Pydantic (Python)SQL, PostgreSQLShell scripting for Linux, TerraformAWS, CI/CDExperience with API design: GraphQL, RESTExcellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detailExperience with database management and designKnowledge of AI or ML applications in financial technology is a plusGood communication and collaboration skillsAbility to work under pressureBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fieldAbility to work 3+ days per week from our new Rome office at Social Hub (if based locally), or to spend one week per month in the Rome office if based elsewhere.Proficiency in EnglishStrong ambition and worth ethic: results-oriented, driven, no 9-5 mentalityDesire to work with our team for at least 1-2 yearsAbility to work under Partita IVA regime (although with same PTO, holidays, and sick time offered under CCNL) Embracing of our values: https://www.genieai.tech/careersBenefitsHighly competitive compensation commensurate with skillsPTO, holidays, and sick time according to local laws (CCNL)Fast-growth career opportunityFun and dynamic work environmentGreat 360 learning opportunities in software development, finance, AIWorking for a fast-growing US-based startup funded by leading VCs