MotherDuck

Software Engineer – Backend

MotherDuck

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: SeattleWashingtonUnited States

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Salary

💰 $140,000 - $250,000 per year

About the role

  • Design and implement scalable backend services using Go and C++
  • Build and evolve critical systems related to metadata, authentication, access control, query lifecycle, and file visibility
  • Optimize for performance, reliability, and maintainability through careful design and operational rigor
  • Collaborate with other engineers on architectural decisions and technical direction
  • Investigate and resolve production issues and participate in a customer support or production oncall rotation
  • Work closely with product and frontend teams to ensure backend systems enable complete and cohesive user experiences

Requirements

  • Hands-on experience with distributed systems, preferably using Go, C++, or similar languages
  • A strong understanding of performance, latency, and fault tolerance in real-world production environments
  • Familiarity with API design, observability practices, and production debugging
  • A product-focused mindset and a willingness to dive into unfamiliar areas when needed
  • Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly and collaborate across teams.
Benefits
  • Feather-ruffling compensation – competitive salary and stock options so you have a stake in our flock’s success.
  • Top-notch healthcare coverage – 100% paid medical, dental, and vision for employees, plus 80% coverage for dependents (because we care about your whole nest).
  • Flexible PTO – take the time you need to recharge, explore, or just have a lazy day by the pond.
  • 401k plan – because even ducks need to plan for the future.
  • Legendary company events – we bring the whole flock together twice a year for unforgettable summits in fun locations, plus 1-2 team gatherings a year to keep our bonds strong.
  • Hybrid work environment - spend most of the week in the office collaborating with the flock, and work from wherever you're most productive the rest of the time.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
GoC++distributed systemsAPI designperformance optimizationreliability engineeringmaintainabilityobservability practicesproduction debuggingfault tolerance
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationproduct-focused mindsetproblem-solvingtechnical directioncustomer supportoncall rotationinvestigationclear communicationteamwork