IDEA Factory - Full-Stack Software Engineer - Backend Focus

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute (MTech) seeks a professional who will develop and maintain robust backend services and APIs that implement product features and expose the underlying LLM/RAG capabilities. You'll take primary ownership of database architecture while collaborating with AI architects to create seamless integrations.

At xFoundry, we're on a mission to tackle global challenges through multidisciplinary collaboration, creativity, and actionable solutions. We empower students to become agents of change, capable of addressing complex problems and making a tangible impact on the world.

The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland catalyzes high-

quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to create innovations that will address the 21st century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into innovations that benefit millions.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Master's in a related field. Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of exceptional experience will be considered.

Experience: 3+ years of professional experience.

Required Technical Skills:

a. Strong proficiency in backend programming languages: Python, Node.js, Java, C#, or Go

b. Deep expertise in database management (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis)

c. Experience with API development (REST, GraphQL, gRPC)

d. Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

e. Understanding of microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Programming Languages & Frameworks:

a. Python (Django, FastAPI, Flask)

b. JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js, Express.js, NextJS)

c. Java (Spring Boot, Spring Framework)

d. Database query languages (SQL, NoSQL)

e. Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Physical Demands:

Sedentary work performed in a normal office environment; exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Ability to attend meetings both on and off campus.

Preferences:

NA

Licenses/ Certifications:

NA

Additional Job Details

Additional Information: UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, List of References

Best Consideration Date: February 4, 2026

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Other :

About the Role

As a Backend-Focused Full-Stack Software Engineer at xFoundry, you will develop and maintain robust backend services and APIs that implement product features and expose the underlying LLM/RAG capabilities. You'll take primary ownership of database architecture while collaborating with AI architects to create seamless integrations.

Key Responsibilities

Backend Development & Database Management

• Develop and maintain robust backend services and APIs
• Take primary ownership of database architecture, implementation, and management
• Implement data encryption in transport and ensure API security
• Design and optimize database schemas for performance and scalability

AI Integration & System Architecture

• Work with the AI Architect to integrate AI services with backend infrastructure
• Implement RESTful APIs for AI model serving and data processing
• Design microservices architecture to support AI workflows
• Ensure proper data flow between AI systems and application backend

Financial Disclosure Required

No

For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website .

Department

ENGR-MTECH-IDEA Factory

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$135,000 - $155,000

Benefits Summary

For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link .

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate ren