Senior Software Engineer, Platform Development

Job Description

Senior Software Engineer, Platform Development

Are you a passionate and experienced Software Engineer looking to make a significant impact on a cutting-edge platform? We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our innovative platform development team. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, building, and maintaining the core services and infrastructure that power our next-generation applications, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.

About Us

At InnovateX Corp., we are pioneers in [mention industry, e.g., cloud-native solutions, AI-driven analytics, sustainable energy tech]. Our mission is to [state mission, e.g., empower businesses with transformative technology, create a more connected world]. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, believing that the best ideas emerge from diverse perspectives and a supportive environment. Join a team where your contributions directly shape the future of our products and services.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Software Engineer focusing on Platform Development, you will be at the heart of our technical operations. You will architect and implement critical backend services, APIs, and data pipelines that serve as the foundation for our user-facing applications. This role demands a strong understanding of distributed systems, cloud computing, and best practices in software engineering, with an emphasis on building robust, scalable, and maintainable solutions. You will mentor junior engineers, contribute to technical strategy, and drive the adoption of new technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Architecture: Lead the design and architecture of highly scalable, fault-tolerant, and performant backend services and APIs using modern architectural patterns (e.g., microservices, event-driven architectures).
• Software Development: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code primarily in [mention programming language, e.g., Go, Java, Python] to implement new features, enhance existing systems, and resolve complex issues.
• System Reliability & Performance: Optimize existing systems for maximum speed, scalability, and stability, contributing to our service level objectives (SLOs) and performance targets.
• Infrastructure & Operations: Collaborate with DevOps and SRE teams to deploy, monitor, and maintain platform services in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), ensuring operational excellence.
• Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and contribute to setting technical standards and best practices.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work cross-functionally with product managers, UX designers, and other engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Innovation & Research: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating and recommending new tools and practices to improve our platform and development processes.
• Problem Solving: Debug and resolve complex technical issues across various layers of the application stack, from infrastructure to application logic.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 2+ years focused on backend or platform engineering.
• Programming Proficiency: Expert-level proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Go, Java, Python, C#).
• Distributed Systems: Strong understanding of distributed systems principles, concurrency, and challenges in building large-scale, resilient services.
• Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), including services like compute (EC2, Lambda), databases (RDS, DynamoDB), messaging (SQS, Kafka), and storage.
• Database Knowledge: Solid experience with relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis).
• API Design: Proven experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs; experience with gRPC or GraphQL is a plus.
• Testing: Commitment to writing high-quality, well-tested code, including unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Version Control: Proficient with Git and collaborative development workflows.
• Problem Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Understanding of data streaming technologies (e.g., Kafka, Kinesis).
• Experience with observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Prior experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of personal projects.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package commensurate with experience and industry standards.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career advancement through training, conferences, and internal mobility programs.
• Dynamic Culture: A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment with passionate and talented individuals.
• Flexible Work: [Mention if applicable, e.g., hybrid work model, remote-friendly options].
• Impactful Work: The chance to contribute to products and technologies that make a real difference in the world.

How to Apply

If you are excited by this opportunity and possess the skills and experience we are looking for, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in this role. Applications can be submitted directly through our careers page at [Link to Careers Page or Application Portal]. Please highlight any relevant projects or open-source contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

InnovateX Corp. 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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.