Senior Software Engineer - FlightAware Backend (Onsite)

About this kind of role

What a Senior Software Engineer - FlightAware Backend (Onsite) usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: Designs, develops, tests, and maintains backend systems and APIs to support flight tracking data processing and delivery. This role involves collaborating with other engineers to implement new features and improve existing infrastructure. Responsibilities often include performance optimization, troubleshooting production issues, and participating in code reviews. Senior engineers are expected to mentor junior team members and contribute to architectural decisions.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Java, or Go, experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL), cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud), and version control systems (e.g., Git) is generally required.

Good fit for: Individuals with strong problem-solving abilities, a passion for scalable systems, and a desire to work in a collaborative environment typically thrive in this role.