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Software Engineer (Back-End)

Chicago, IL · On-site

This role is ideal for an engineer who executes with efficiency and takes operational ownership ... Data Management: Work operationally with relational databases (PostgreSQL) and advanced platform ...

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Chicago, IL · On-site +1

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Staff Software Engineer, Backend

Chicago, IL · On-site

$152K - $203K/yr

Work with Product Managers, Designers, and other Engineers to refine feature design and ... We're embedding AI into our product and operations, moving with startup speed while operating at ...

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What is the difference between Back End Operations Manager vs Data Analyst?

AspectBack End Operations ManagerData Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or related field; experience in operations managementBachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, or related field; proficiency in data analysis tools
Work EnvironmentOversees operational processes, collaborates with teams, manages workflowsAnalyzes data sets, creates reports, supports decision-making
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in logistics, e-commerce, manufacturingCommon in finance, marketing, tech companies

The Back End Operations Manager focuses on streamlining and managing operational workflows, ensuring efficiency in backend processes. In contrast, a Data Analyst interprets data to support strategic decisions. While both roles require analytical skills, their core responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

What is the role of a back end operations manager?

A back end operations manager oversees the daily functions of a company's backend processes, such as supply chain, logistics, and data management. They coordinate teams, optimize workflows, and ensure operational efficiency, often using tools like ERP systems and data analysis skills.

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Back End Operations Manager jobs?

Cities in Illinois with the most Back End Operations Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Back End Operations Manager job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Principal Backend Engineer|Architect

Chicago, IL • On-site

LUDEX, LLC
Software Development • 11 - 50 employees
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Principal Backend Engineer | Architect

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid – 1 day/week in-office)
Company: Ludex, Inc.

About Ludex

Ludex is a consumer-facing technology platform transforming the sports and trading card hobby through AI-driven scanning, data, and marketplace tools. We build products used by millions of collectors and enterprise sellers, and we move fast. If you thrive in a startup environment where ownership, velocity, and impact matter, you’ll feel at home here.

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Principal Engineer to help design, build, and scale the backend systems that power Ludex’s consumer and Enterprise products. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys building high-performance, scalable applications, working close to the product, and operating with an entrepreneurial mindset.

You will play a critical role in architecture decisions, performance optimization, and the evolution of our platform as we scale users, data volume, and revenue.

This role requires a high level of ownership and autonomy. You will be responsible for making key backend architecture decisions and driving execution in a fast-moving startup environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js, NestJS, and TypeScript
  • Build and optimize APIs that support consumer-facing products and enterprise workflows
  • Design, manage, and optimize PostgreSQL databases and data models for performance and reliability
  • Work with AWS infrastructure (e.g., EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda, CloudWatch, etc.)
  • Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product, and other teams to deliver end-to-end features
  • Ensure high standards for code quality, efficiency, security, and performance
  • Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks across services and databases
  • Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to long-term technical strategy
  • Support deployments, monitoring, and system reliability in production environments
  • Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, balancing speed with sound engineering judgment
Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of professional backend engineering experience
  • Strong proficiency with Node.js and TypeScript
  • Hands-on experience with NestJS or similar backend frameworks
  • Deep experience working with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL
  • Proven experience building and scaling consumer-facing applications
  • Experience working with AWS in production environments
  • Strong understanding of API design, data modeling, and system architecture
  • Ability to write clean, efficient, maintainable, and well-tested code
  • Strong ability to independently evaluate technical approaches and make architecture decisions in a startup environment.
  • Proven experience owning backend systems end-to-end, including design, implementation, deployment, and ongoing evolution.
  • Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-moving environments with evolving requirements
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Nice to Have
  • DevOps experience, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, or deployment automation
  • Experience with system monitoring, observability, and performance tuning
  • Experience supporting high-scale or data-intensive applications
  • Prior startup or high-growth company experience
Work Environment
  • Hybrid role: must be able to work in-office in Chicago at least 1 day per week
  • Collaborative, hands-on engineering culture
  • Small team, high ownership, and real influence on product direction
Why Ludex
  • Build products used by millions of passionate collectors
  • High-impact role with real ownership and visibility
  • Opportunity to shape architecture and engineering standards
  • Fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment without heavy bureaucracy

 

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