Backend Engineer

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems, focusing on high availability, low latency, and cost-effectiveness
• Be the subject matter expert in infrastructure when designing new products and introducing new technology to our existing product line
• Collaborate closely with engineering and research teams to integrate infrastructure components with product features, ensuring optimal system performance and user experience
• Design event-driven architectures and develop APIs and microservices to support real-time processing and analytics
• Ensure system reliability, performance, and scalability through monitoring, logging, and error handling mechanisms
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies, applying this knowledge to enhance our infrastructure capabilities
• Participate in code reviews, contribute to open-source projects, and mentor junior engineers

• Professional experience: 7+ years of design, implementation, or consulting in applications and backend software development experience
• Education: BSc degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

• Technology stack: Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
• Programming/ Development: Python, Node.js, Go, Ruby, CI/CD pipelines, and version control
• Frameworks: Django, Flask, OpenAPI, FastAPI, Spring Boot, Express.js
• Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis
• API Management: REST, GraphQL
• Container Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker Swarm
• Education: Master’s or PhD in Computer science or related technical fields
• Professional Attributes: Problem Solving: ability to break down complex problems into manageable components, devising creative solutions, and iteratively refining ideas based on feedback and experimental evidence
• Collaboration and Communication: proficiency in working cross-functionally—communicating clearly, providing constructive criticism, delegating responsibilities, and respecting diverse perspectives
• Project Management and Prioritization: demonstrated aptitude in balancing multiple projects, deadlines, and allocating time efficiently between short-term objectives and long-term goals
• Critical Thinking: ability to carefully evaluate assumptions, questioning established methodologies, challenging own biases, and maintaining skepticism when interpreting results
• Curiosity and Continuous Learning: ability to stay curious about advances in related fields and constantly seeking opportunities to expand knowledge base
• Emotional Intelligence and Intellectual Humility: capable of displaying empathy, resilience, adaptability, and self-awareness. Ability to recognize own limitations, embracing uncertainty, acknowledging mistakes, and valuing others' contributions

By joining our team, you become part of a community that embraces diversity, inclusiveness, and lifelong learning. We nurture curiosity and creativity, encouraging exploration beyond conventional wisdom. Through mentorship, knowledge exchange, and constructive feedback, we cultivate an environment that supports both personal and professional development