Senior Backend Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join their remote engineering team. This role is instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining the scalable and reliable server-side systems that power our client's core products. You will work within a collaborative and agile environment, contributing to architectural decisions and ensuring the performance and security of our applications. This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior engineer who thrives on technical challenges and wants to drive innovation in a fully remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code using languages such as Python, Java, or Go.
• Develop and manage robust APIs and microservices for internal and external consumption.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality features.
• Implement and manage database solutions, ensuring data integrity and performance.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development .
• Strong expertise in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js).
• In-depth knowledge of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and ORM frameworks.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of software design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous stock options and retirement savings plan.
• Flexible working hours and a fully remote work environment.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and attending virtual conferences in Oxford .