• Design, develop, and operate scalable backend services for a high-growth SaaS platform • Own the end-to-end lifecycle of services—from design and implementation to deployment, monitoring, and optimization • Build and evolve distributed, event-driven microservices handling high-volume data and real-time workflows • Ensure high availability, reliability, performance, and security of production systems • Drive architectural decisions around APIs, data models, service boundaries, and system integrations • Lead prototyping and proof-of-concepts for new ideas, features, and platform capabilities • Collaborate closely with frontend, data, DevOps, QA, and product teams to deliver cohesive solutions • Identify technical debt and proactively improve system design, developer experience, and operational excellence • Mentor and guide other engineers through code reviews, design discussions, and best practices • Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment with high ownership and accountability