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Job Title: Senior Backend Software Engineer

Company: InnovateX Solutions

Location: Hybrid (3 days in office – San Francisco, CA), Remote options considered for exceptional candidates.

About InnovateX Solutions:
InnovateX Solutions is at the forefront of revolutionizing how businesses leverage data for predictive analytics and intelligent decision-making. Our mission is to build scalable, robust, and insightful platforms that empower our clients to unlock their full potential. We are a fast-growing, venture-backed startup with a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Join a team of passionate engineers, data scientists, and product visionaries dedicated to making a tangible impact on the future of technology.

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Backend Software Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the core services and infrastructure that power our flagship data analytics platform. You will work on complex, distributed systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and scalability. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who thrives on solving challenging technical problems, building robust solutions from the ground up, and contributing to a product that directly impacts our customers’ success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of high-performance, scalable backend services and APIs using modern programming languages (e.g., Go, Python, Java).
• Architect and implement solutions for large-scale data processing, storage, and retrieval, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and data scientists to translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver impactful features.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in software development, including code reviews, testing strategies (unit, integration, end-to-end), continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and observability.
• Perform critical system analysis, identify performance bottlenecks, and implement optimizations across our distributed architecture.
• Mentor junior engineers, share knowledge, and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Actively participate in on-call rotations and incident response, ensuring the reliability and stability of our production systems.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance our backend capabilities and development processes.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development, with a strong emphasis on building scalable, production-grade systems.
• Expert proficiency in at least one modern backend language such as Go, Python, Java, or Node.js.
• Extensive experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., Cassandra, MongoDB, Redis).
• Proven track record of designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Solid understanding of distributed systems concepts, concurrency, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong problem-solving skills, with an ability to debug complex systems and identify root causes.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with real-time data streaming technologies (e.g., Apache Kafka, Kinesis).
• Familiarity with data warehousing solutions (e.g., Snowflake, BigQuery) and ETL processes.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of personal technical projects.
• Understanding of security best practices in web application development.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and equity package in a high-growth startup.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) and flexible working arrangements.
• Generous professional development budget for conferences, courses, and certifications.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and make a significant impact.
• Regular team events, social gatherings, and a well-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

InnovateX Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Ready to Innovate?
If you are a passionate Senior Backend Engineer eager to tackle challenging problems and contribute to a product that makes a real difference, we encourage you to apply! Join us in building the future of intelligent data platforms.

To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are excited about this opportunity. Provide links to your GitHub profile or personal projects if available.

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