Full Time

Senior Backend Software Engineer

UpRecruit
$120,000 - $160,000* / year (about $58–$77 an hour)

Job Description

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Job Overview

As a Senior Backend Software Engineer at UpRecruit, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust backend systems that support our web applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable solutions while ensuring the highest levels of performance and security. Your expertise will help drive innovation, improve user experiences, and contribute to the overall success of our engineering initiatives.



Job Responsibilities

  • Design and implement efficient, scalable, and secure backend systems and APIs.
  • Collaborate with frontend developers and other stakeholders to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • Conduct code reviews and maintain high code quality through automated testing and peer feedback.
  • Analyze system performance and optimize backend processes to improve application speed and efficiency.
  • Mentor junior developers and contribute to the growth of the engineering team.
  • Participate in architecture discussions and contribute innovative ideas to enhance the tech stack.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot production issues to ensure system reliability and uptime.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in backend software development.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, Ruby, or Node.js.
  • Experience with backend frameworks such as Spring, Django, or Express.
  • Solid understanding of database management systems, both SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis).
  • Familiarity with RESTful API design and development.
  • Strong knowledge of version control systems, specifically Git.
  • Experience with cloud services, such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude toward challenges.


Technologies & Tools

The Senior Backend Software Engineer will primarily work with technologies including Java, Python, and Node.js, along with frameworks such as Spring and Express. Familiarity with database systems like MySQL and MongoDB is essential, as well as experience in deploying applications on cloud platforms like AWS and Google Cloud. Understanding of Docker and container orchestration tools, such as Kubernetes, is beneficial in our development workflow.



Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidate for the Senior Backend Software Engineer position at UpRecruit possesses strong analytical skills, a keen attention to detail, and a passion for creating high-quality software solutions. They should demonstrate leadership capabilities, be able to effectively communicate technical concepts to diverse teams, and show a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. Additionally, a collaborative spirit and the ability to adapt to changing technologies and frameworks are highly desirable attributes.

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