Senior Backend Engineer

Franki

Senior Backend Engineer developing scalable backend services using C#, .NET, and Azure for Franki's platform. Collaborating with teams to define technical solutions and mentor engineers.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $175,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudDistributed Systems.NETSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services using C#, .NET, and Microsoft Azure technologies.
Architect and develop secure, reliable, and high-performance APIs that power Franki's products and user experiences.
Collaborate with Product, Design, and Frontend teams to define technical solutions and deliver new features.
Lead technical discussions and contribute to architectural decisions that support long-term scalability and maintainability.
Conduct code reviews and help establish engineering standards, best practices, and development processes.
Optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability across our platform.
Troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement effective long-term solutions.
Champion automated testing, CI/CD practices, and modern software development methodologies.
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements that enhance engineering efficiency and product capabilities.
Mentor fellow engineers and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing engineering culture.

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience building modern, cloud-based web applications.
Strong expertise in C#, .NET, and .NET Core.
Deep experience with Microsoft Azure, including services such as Azure Functions, Cosmos DB, Azure DevOps, and SQL Server.
Experience designing, building, and maintaining RESTful APIs.
Strong understanding of scalable application architecture, software design patterns, and distributed systems.
Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and automated testing practices.
Proficiency with SQL, data modeling, and performance optimization.
Experience working within agile product development teams.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to balance technical excellence with business priorities.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work: Our team works remotely across the US but primarily PST time zone; we travel together several times a year for company kick-offs and mid-year meetings.
PTO: 15 days per year, plus additional PTO between Christmas and the end of the year (25th Dec - 31st Dec). Additionally, we recognize 11 public holidays per year.
Medical, dental & vision: We cover 100% of Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance costs for employees.
401(k)
Equipment: Computer & technology equipment applicable to your role.
Monthly Stipend: $20 (Tax-free) to cover home office expenses.

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Hard Skills & Tools

C#.NET.NET CoreMicrosoft AzureRESTful APIsSQLdata modelingperformance optimizationCI/CDautomated testing

Soft Skills

problem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationmentoringleadership