Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Sequoia

Senior Software Engineer handling backend architecture and support for Benefits module in US timezone. Collaborating with teams for production issue resolution and mentoring junior engineers.

Posted 6/1/2026full-timeTempe • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsJavaJavaScriptMicroservicesMongoDBNode.jsPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own backend architecture, stability, and support for the Benefits module
Act as local module lead for US timezone operations
Perform deep debugging using logs, code analysis, and system behavior
Identify root causes of production issues and drive resolution
Develop and deploy small hotfixes with alignment from India teams
Collaborate with PSM, Product Support, CSMs, and Sales for issue triage
Improve observability, logging, and system reliability
Participate in on-call / high-priority incident handling
Mentor junior engineers and guide technical decisions locally

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong backend development experience (Java / Python / Node.js or similar)
Deep understanding of APIs, microservices, and distributed systems
Expertise in debugging production issues (logs, tracing, DB queries)
Solid understanding of databases (SQL/Mongo DB)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and release processes
Ability to work across time zones with offshore teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation including base salary
Performance-based bonus programs
Comprehensive benefits package

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Hard Skills & Tools

JavaPythonNode.jsAPIsmicroservicesdistributed systemsdebuggingSQLMongoDBCI/CD

Soft Skills

mentoringcollaborationproblem-solvingcommunicationleadership