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Backend Software Engineer
Cornell University
Ithaca (Tompkins County)Posted Aug 10, 2026 · 14h ago
Full-timeMid LevelHybridOther
About this role
Cornell University's Lab of Ornithology seeks a Backend Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain web applications and services supporting biodiversity conservation. You will work with a high-performance engineering team to build technical infrastructure and data-driven services for global communities.
What we are looking for
5- Design, develop, and maintain complex web-based applications and services
- Participate in the design and evolution of technical infrastructure and cloud-based systems
- Develop web-based systems, APIs, and database applications using Java, Spring, and SQL
- Experience with containerization (Kubernetes/Docker) and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support birds and biodiversity conservation
Skills mentioned
12JavaJavaScriptSQLReactAngularVueAWSAzureDockerKubernetesLinuxMachine Learning
Work authorization
No visa sponsorship is available.
