Backend/API Engineer

The Boston Red Sox Baseball Systems team is seeking a Backend/API Engineer to join their dynamic Systems team in a brand-new role critical to their evolving architecture. This position sits within Baseball Operations, where software and data pipelines play an integral role in decision-making processes.

As the Backend/API Engineer, you'll be the driving force behind the team's API ecosystem, serving as the subject matter expert for their Hasura GraphQL engine and leading the development of a new serverless API layer using Azure Functions and Python. The role combines technical expertise in GraphQL, serverless architecture, and API development with the exciting context of working in professional baseball operations.

The ideal candidate brings 3-5+ years of software development experience, with deep knowledge of backend systems and API development. You'll need strong Python programming skills, experience with serverless applications (specifically Azure Functions), and a solid understanding of database systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact baseball operations through technology, working with various data sources and internal systems to build efficient, scalable solutions.

Working for the Boston Red Sox means joining one of baseball's most historic franchises, where you'll collaborate with front-end developers, data engineers, and DevOps teams to deliver solutions that directly influence baseball operations decision-making. The role demands someone who can combine technical excellence with strong communication skills and a passion for continuous learning.