Backend Staff Engineer - Application - Remote

Overview

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In Short

• Join the Application Engineering team as a Backend Staff Engineer.
• Architect and implement scalable, resilient systems.
• Collaborate with Database Developers and Engineering Managers.
• Maintain a strong coding presence in C#.
• Design and implement sophisticated system architectures.
• Lead architectural design for various products.
• Contribute to database strategy and optimization.
• Drive technical excellence and mentor peers.
• Participate in deployment processes and incident response.
• Work effectively in a distributed team environment.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in backend development and databases.
• Advanced knowledge of relational databases (SQL Server/T-SQL preferred).
• Proficiency in C# and backend services.
• Experience with distributed systems design.
• Strong SQL skills for query optimization.
• Excellent technical communication abilities.
• Experience in mentoring and technical leadership.
• Proven problem-solving and learning agility.
• Experience in enterprise SaaS environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with collaboration tools like Jira and GitHub Actions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for well-being and growth.
• Flexible work arrangements tailored to each role.
• Opportunities for continuous skill development.
• Inclusive and adaptable work environment.
• Support for diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Collaborative culture with open communication.
• Commitment to fair and equitable compensation practices.
• Remote work options available.
• Access to resources for career development.
• Engagement in meaningful impact through workforce transformation.