Senior Software Engineer (Backend/Data) Remote - USA

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Overview

As a Senior Software Engineer (Backend/Data) at Fathom, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and optimizing backend solutions for our cutting-edge data platforms. Your expertise will ensure that our systems are highly scalable and efficient, enabling the seamless management and analysis of large datasets. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to the architecture and implementation of robust data solutions that align with Fathom's mission to deliver insightful analytics to our customers.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable backend systems to support data ingest, processing, and analysis.
• Collaborate with data scientists and product teams to define data requirements and architecture.
• Optimize database queries and system performance to ensure fast and efficient data retrieval.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices for seamless data integration.
• Monitor and troubleshoot backend applications to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers to foster a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Participate in the agile development process, contributing to sprints and planning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with a focus on backend technologies.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Go.
• Experience with database technologies, including SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Demonstrated experience in building and deploying APIs and microservices.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a remote team environment.

Technologies & Tools

The Senior Software Engineer (Backend/Data) will work with a variety of technologies and tools, including but not limited to Python, Java, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and RESTful API frameworks. A solid understanding of data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark or Kafka is an added advantage. Familiarity with DevOps practices will also be beneficial to ensure smooth deployment and operation of applications.

Ideal Candidates

Ideal candidates for this position possess a robust technical foundation coupled with a proactive attitude towards problem-solving and innovation. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and an eagerness to learn new technologies are key attributes. Additionally, successful candidates demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a distributed team environment, embracing Fathom’s core values of integrity, teamwork, and customer focus.