Design, develop, and optimize backend systems for real-time data processing and web services
Work with cross-functional teams to integrate backend components with other services, ensuring performance and scalability
Conduct deep dives into problematic features, researching and analyzing their behavior to understand root causes and identify potential solutions
Conduct performance tuning, debugging, and testing of backend systems to ensure reliability and efficiency
Foster a data-driven culture by sharing engineering best practices and collaborating on cross-functional projects
This role includes participation in a shared on-call rotation
Mentor junior developers, helping all team members grow in our mission, values and abilities

Requirements

5+ years of experience in backend development
Strong, demonstrated experience in GoLang and/or Node.js
Strong experience in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems
Experience with building and optimizing APIs, real-time data processing systems, and microservices architectures
Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with databases like DynamoDB, Redis, or Elasticsearch
Proficiency with general software engineering tools: Git, IDEs, shell scripting, CI/CD
Proficient in English for clear communication in a global, remote team
Ability to work independently on tasks while effectively collaborating as a team member
A strong desire to mentor and grow junior team members

Benefits

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

backend developmentGoLangNode.jsAPI developmentreal-time data processingmicroservices architectureSQLDynamoDBRedisElasticsearch

Soft Skills

mentoringcollaborationindependent workcommunicationproblem-solvingperformance tuningdebuggingtestingdata-driven culturecross-functional teamwork