Software Engineer I (Python+React+Typescript+AWS) at Diligent • Jobs for Developers

Here’s a summary of the role:

We are looking for a Software Engineer I to join our engineering team and work on meaningful technical challenges. You will contribute to building end-to-end features that power our next-generation SaaS platform, helping global customers simplify governance, risk, and compliance workflows.

In this role, you will primarily work with Python, React, TypeScript, and AWS to build scalable applications and services. As AI capabilities become central to our products, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to AI-enabled features alongside traditional software development, including building integration layers that connect AI services to existing applications.

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do (not all of it, just the important stuff):

Develop full-stack features using Python, React, and TypeScript
Build scalable backend services and APIs using Python
Develop modern React components for responsive and intuitive user experiences
Work with AWS services to deploy and scale cloud-native applications
Build integration layers that connect AI capabilities to existing applications
Work on MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers and other AI integration patterns
Create APIs and services that expose application features for AI consumption
Implement security, authentication, and authorization for application and AI features
Build audit logging, monitoring, and observability for AI workflows
Work with containerized deployments using Docker and CI/CD pipelines

These are the essentials you’ll need to get an interview:

Tech Stack

Core: Python, React, TypeScript, AWS, MSSQL/PostgreSQL, Docker, CI/CD

Good to have: Node.js or .NET (C#) exposure

Technical Skills

1–2 years of professional software development experience
Strong programming experience in Python and JavaScript/TypeScript
Hands-on experience building React-based web applications
Experience designing and working with REST APIs
Understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL, MSSQL, or similar) and exposure to NoSQL databases
Experience with Git, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines
Exposure to AWS services or other cloud platforms
Basic understanding of authentication and authorization patterns

Problem-Solving & Learning

Open to learning new technologies, frameworks, and AI tools
Applies a structured approach to solving technical problems
Comfortable working with ambiguous or evolving requirements
Actively seeks feedback and improves solutions iteratively

Communication & Collaboration

Able to explain technical concepts clearly
Engages constructively in code reviews and technical discussions
Works effectively with cross-functional teams
Documents code, APIs, and technical decisions

Ownership & Execution

Follows through on deliverables and assigned work
Completes tasks independently with appropriate guidance
Comfortable asking for help when needed
Takes ownership of features from development to delivery

AI & Integration Experience (Good to Have)

Exposure to AI/ML concepts or LLM APIs (AWS Bedrock, OpenAI, Anthropic)
Experience using Python for AI integrations
Understanding of Model Context Protocol (MCP) or similar AI integration patterns
Familiarity with API gateway or wrapper patterns
Interest in prompt engineering and AI tool design
Awareness of vector databases or RAG concepts

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.

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Software Engineer I (Python+React+Typescript+AWS)