Senior Backend Software Engineer

Job Description

Senior Backend Software Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Senior Backend Software Engineer to join our rapidly growing engineering team. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining the robust, scalable, and secure backend systems that power our cutting-edge products and services. You’ll work within an agile environment, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, front-end developers, and DevOps engineers to deliver high-quality, impactful solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to make a significant impact on our technology stack, mentor junior colleagues, and contribute to the architectural vision of our platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of highly scalable, fault-tolerant backend services and APIs using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and testable code following best practices, design patterns, and established coding standards.
• Collaborate effectively with product management to understand requirements, define technical specifications, and translate them into actionable development tasks.
• Participate actively in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to quality, performance, and security guidelines.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical challenges, performance bottlenecks, and production issues to maintain optimal system reliability and availability.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering their growth and promoting a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence within the team.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions, influencing the future direction and technological roadmap of our backend infrastructure.
• Implement and advocate for security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle to protect sensitive data and ensure system integrity.
• Work closely with DevOps to ensure smooth CI/CD pipelines, efficient deployment strategies, and robust monitoring solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development, with a strong track record of building and deploying complex systems.
• Expert proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language such as Java, Python, Go, C#, or Node.js.
• Deep understanding of API design principles (RESTful, GraphQL) and experience building and consuming microservices.
• Extensive experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis).
• Solid experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, and distributed systems concepts.
• Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality, maintainable code.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant technical field.
• Experience with event-driven architectures and message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, IaC (Infrastructure as Code), and observability tools.
• Experience working with performance tuning, load balancing, and scaling distributed systems under high traffic.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of personal technical projects.
• Previous experience in a lead or principal engineering role.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and equity compensation package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays and sick leave, with flexible work arrangements.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, including conferences, workshops, and internal training programs.
• 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.
• Company-sponsored social events, team-building activities, and employee recognition programs.
• The chance to work on challenging problems that have a real impact on our users and the industry.

Our Company Culture

At [Company Name], we foster a culture of curiosity, innovation, and respect. We believe that diverse perspectives drive better solutions and that empowering our engineers leads to exceptional products. We encourage experimentation, continuous improvement, and thoughtful collaboration. You’ll be part of a team that is passionate about technology, committed to excellence, and supportive of each other’s growth. Join us in shaping the future and making a meaningful difference!