Full Time

Software Engineer - Application Platform

Figma
San Francisco, CA
???* / year

Job Description

About this kind of role

What a Software Engineer - Application Platform usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: Designs, develops, tests, and maintains software applications that form the foundation of a company’s technology infrastructure. This often involves building and improving platforms used by other developers or internal teams, focusing on scalability, reliability, and performance. Responsibilities can include writing code, debugging, and collaborating with other engineers to integrate new features. Application platform engineers frequently work on backend systems and APIs.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, or Go, experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), database management (SQL or NoSQL), and version control systems (Git) are generally required.

Good fit for: Individuals who enjoy problem-solving, have a strong understanding of software architecture, and thrive in collaborative environments are often successful in this role.

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