Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Job Description

Senior Software Engineer, Backend

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer specializing in backend development to join our dynamic and innovative engineering team. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance services and APIs that power our core products. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical architectural decisions, mentor junior engineers, and drive best practices in a fast-paced environment where your work directly impacts millions of users.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable, and secure backend services and APIs using modern technologies (e.g., Python, Go, Java, Node.js) and best practices.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Lead technical design discussions, conduct thorough code reviews, and ensure adherence to coding standards, architectural principles, and security best practices across the team.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability through profiling, debugging, and advanced troubleshooting techniques.
• Participate in the full software development life cycle, including planning, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and operational support of critical systems.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence within the team.
• Contribute to the improvement of engineering processes, tools, and infrastructure to enhance efficiency and developer experience.
• Actively monitor and maintain production systems, responding to incidents and ensuring high availability and performance.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Java, C#, Node.js).
• Extensive experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB).
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and API design (RESTful, gRPC).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
• Demonstrated ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to a diverse audience.

Preferred:

• Experience with message queues and stream processing technologies (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS, Kinesis).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience with performance tuning and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, Jaeger).
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of personal projects demonstrating advanced technical skills.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and equity package, recognizing your expertise and contributions.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Professional development opportunities, including access to conferences, workshops, and online learning platforms.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment where your ideas are valued.
• State-of-the-art office facilities with amenities designed for comfort and productivity.
• Regular team-building events, social gatherings, and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• Opportunities for rapid career growth and significant impact on our products and user base.
• Flexible working arrangements and a commitment to work-life balance.