Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Job Description

Senior Software Engineer, Backend

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic Backend team. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance, and resilient backend systems that power our core products and services. You will work within a collaborative environment, contributing to architectural decisions, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring the delivery of robust solutions that meet the evolving needs of our users and business.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications and features.
• Participate in architectural discussions, technical design reviews, and contribute to the evolution of our backend infrastructure and technology roadmap.
• Ensure the highest standards of code quality, readability, and maintainability through code reviews, automated testing, and adherence to best practices.
• Identify and resolve complex technical challenges, debug production issues, and optimize application performance and scalability.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, sharing knowledge, promoting best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and alerting systems.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend and implement innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development, with a strong focus on building scalable and distributed systems.
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js, C#).
• Extensive experience with relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis).
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles, microservices architecture, and event-driven systems.
• Proven experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure) and their managed services.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a strong ability to analyze complex issues and provide pragmatic solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with message queues and streaming platforms (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS).
• Familiarity with GraphQL APIs.
• Knowledge of performance testing, load testing, and system monitoring tools.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of personal projects.
• Experience with serverless architectures.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and continuous learning through conferences, courses, and internal training.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and innovative company culture that values creativity and impact.
• State-of-the-art equipment and tools to help you do your best work.
• Regular team events, social gatherings, and a vibrant office environment (or remote-friendly options).
• The chance to work on challenging and meaningful projects that impact thousands/millions of users.

About Our Company

[Company Name] is a rapidly growing leader in the [industry/sector] space, dedicated to [mission/vision statement – e.g., “revolutionizing how people connect online” or “building the next generation of AI-powered tools”]. We believe in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our diverse team is passionate about solving complex problems and delivering exceptional products that make a real difference. Join us and be part of a company that is shaping the future of [industry/technology].

How to Apply

If you are an experienced and passionate Backend Engineer looking for your next challenge, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you believe you’d be a great fit for [Company Name]. We look forward to reviewing your application!