Senior Software Engineer (Python and AWS) at Diligent… · Budapest

As a Senior Software Engineer at Diligent: You build things that scale - and you don’t stop at “it works.” You design clean, reliable backend systems, shape architecture decisions, and turn data into something powerful using AI/ML. If you’re a Python-focused engineer who’s comfortable with cloud-native development, data pipelines, and solving real - world performance challenges, this is your space. You’ll be hands - on with modern tech (AWS, SQL/NoSQL, IaC), working in Agile teams where your ideas influence both the codebase and the product. If terms like scalability, distributed systems, APIs, data processing, and machine learning actually mean something in your day-to-day - you’ll feel at home here. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do (not all of it, just the important stuff): Design, implement, review, and test features in an Agile environment Contribute to system architecture and shape the future-state design of the platform Build and optimize scalable data processing solutions Develop and integrate AI/ML capabilities into data workflows Prototype and validate backend approaches when needed Collaborate with Product Managers and Engineering Managers to refine requirements and user stories Ensure reliability, scalability, and cost-efficiency of solutions Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth delivery to production Follow and promote best practices in code quality and testing These are the essentials you’ll need to get an interview: 5+ years’ experience in a hands-on development role at a commercial software company Strong experience with Python and common libs Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, preferably PostgreSQL and ElasticSearch Solid experience with cloud native development (preferably AWS) Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or AWS CDK (TypeScript) Problem-solver attitude - Technology agnostic approach Good written and oral communications Solid troubleshooting ability and skills Ability to contribute to the effectiveness of a high-performing agile team, and to the product innovation. Successfully manage own workload, and take personal responsibility and ownership for delivery, behaviors, and self-improvement Keen to improve processes and share knowledge across the team. It would be great if you had these to, but we’ll support you if you don’t: Experience with system design and scalable distributed systems Proven experience building and maintaining data pipelines Experience with Apache Spark and/or Apache Airflow Familiarity with AI/ML models and their integration into data pipelines Understanding of cost-efficient data and AI processing Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud deployments (e.g., Docker, GitHub Actions) Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) About Us Diligent is the AI leader in governance, risk and compliance (GRC) SaaS solutions, helping more than 1 million users and 700,000 board members to clarify risk and elevate governance. The Diligent One Platform gives practitioners, the C-Suite and the board a consolidated view of their entire GRC practice so they can more effectively manage risk, build greater resilience and make better decisions, faster. At Diligent, we're building the future with people who think boldly and move fast.  Whether you're designing systems that leverage large language models or part of a team reimaging workflows with AI, you'll help us unlock entirely new ways of working and thinking.  Curiosity is in our DNA, we look for individuals willing to ask the big questions and experiment fearlessly - those who embrace change not as a challenge, but as an opportunity.  The future belongs to those who keep learning, and we are building it together.  At Diligent, you’re not just building the future - you’re an agent of positive change, joining a global community on a mission to make an impact. Learn more at diligent.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook What Diligent Offers You Creativity is ingrained in our culture. We are innovative collaborators by nature. We thrive in exploring how things can be differently both in our internal processes and to help our clients We care about our people. Diligent offers a flexible work environment, global days of service, comprehensive health benefits, meeting free days, generous time off policy and wellness programs to name a few We have teams all over the world. We may be headquartered in New York City, but we have office hubs in Washington D.C., Vancouver, London, Galway, Budapest, Munich, Bengaluru, Singapore, and Sydney. Diversity is important to us. Growing, maintaining and promoting a diverse team is a top priority for us. We foster and encourage diversity through our Employee Resource Groups and provide access to resources and education to support the education of our team, facilitate dialogue, and foster understanding. Diligent created the modern governance movement. Our world-changing idea is to empower leaders with the technology, insights and connections they need to drive greater impact and accountability – to lead with purpose. Our employees are passionate, smart, and creative people who not only want to help build the software company of the future, but who want to make the world a more sustainable, equitable and better place. Headquartered in New York, Diligent has offices in Washington D.C.,  London, Galway, Budapest, Vancouver, Bengaluru, Munich, Singapore and Sydney.  To foster strong collaboration and connection, this role will follow a hybrid work model. If you are within a commuting distance to one of our Diligent office locations, you will be expected to work onsite at least 50% of the time. We believe that in-person engagement helps drive innovation, teamwork, and a strong sense of community. We are a drug free workplace. Diligent is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status, protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Diligent's EEO Policy and Know Your Rights. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recruitment@diligent.com. 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