Backend Engineer

Hiredddd — United States · Posted ~5 hours ago

Mid Full-time Remote $105000-$170000 USD equivalent

Skills

backend development production backend systems APIs data systems data modeling scalable architecture automated testing performance troubleshooting reliability code review Python Go Java

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

Work remotely as a backend engineer responsible for building the services, APIs, and data systems behind a growing technology product. You will design scalable interfaces and data models, write well-tested code, troubleshoot performance and reliability issues, participate in code reviews, and influence architectural decisions while partnering with multiple engineering functions.

Highlights

Fully remote work, competitive compensation with benefits, and an opportunity to shape scalable backend services, APIs, data systems, and architecture.

Description

Role: Backend EngineerLocation: RemoteEmployment Type: Full-time Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Indicative range: $105,000 – $170,000 (USD equivalent), plus benefits. Role Overview We are hiring a Backend Engineer to design and build the services that power our product. The role focuses on APIs, data systems, and the infrastructure choices that shape what's possible at the surface. Key Responsibilities - Design and build backend services, APIs, and data systems - Model data and design APIs that scale with the product - Write clean, well-tested code with sensible architectural choices - Diagnose and resolve performance and reliability issues - Conduct code reviews and contribute to architectural decisions - Partner with frontend, infrastructure, and product teams Required Skills and Qualifications - 3+ years building production backend systems - Strong proficiency in at least one server-side language (Python, Go, Java, Node.js) - Solid understanding of relational and non-relational databases - Experience designing REST or GraphQL APIs - Familiarity with cloud services and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) - Strong system design fundamentals What You'll Bring - Curiosity to dig into systems and turn findings into shipped improvements - Strong written communication and ability to explain technical decisions - A test-and-learn mindset; you ship fast, measure, and iterate - Comfort working asynchronously across time zones What We Offer - Fully remote, flexible work hours - Performance-based bonus structure - Annual learning & development stipend - Health and wellness benefits (varies by location) - Opportunity to work on high-scale, real-world impact projects Equal Opportunity Statement This is an equal opportunity role. Applications are welcomed from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and demonstrated ability.