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Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Backend EngineerSoftware EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 1,001-5,000Since 2013H1B No SponsorCompany Site LinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

108 days ago

Salary

$134.4K - $252K / year

Bachelor Degree8 yrs expEnglishDistributed SystemsDockerKubernetesMicroservicesPHPTerraformGo

Job Description

• Lead the development of complex backend features and services, such as payment processing and inventory management systems • Design and implement scalable backend architectures and patterns, including microservices and event-driven systems • Drive technical decisions and best practices for backend development, including coding standards, performance budgets, and testing strategies • Mentor and guide other engineers in backend development practices through code reviews and technical presentations • Collaborate with product and frontend teams to define technical requirements and feasibility of new features • Optimize backend performance and scalability, focusing on database optimization, caching strategies, and load balancing • Contribute to backend platform technology and strategic roadmap decisions, including technology evaluation and technical debt reduction • Lead technical discussions and architectural reviews for major features and system changes

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
At least 8 years of experience in backend development
Experience with large-scale distributed systems handling millions of users
Experience with microservices architecture and service mesh
Experience with performance optimization at scale, including database optimization and caching strategies
Experience with modern backend build tools and deployment strategies (Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform)
Expert knowledge of Go and PHP ecosystems
Deep understanding of backend performance optimization techniques
Strong architectural and system design skills
Excellent knowledge of Agentic AI tools and workflows
Excellent mentoring and technical leadership abilities

Benefits

Flexibility: Work remote from anywhere in the US and receive flexible time off
Wellbeing: Top-notch insurance plans, best-in-class new parent offerings and access to mind and body wellness apps
Growth: As we grow, your career opportunities grow, we provide access to new tools, technologies and learning opportunities
Comprehensive and total rewards: We provide a strong financial foundation and rewards that go beyond the paycheck
Teamwork: We are each other's biggest fans- we celebrate from virtual coffee breaks to recognition programs