Principal Backend Engineer - Remote

Overview

As a Principal Backend Engineer at FloSports, you will drive the architectural direction, scalability, and technical excellence of our backend systems, leading the design and development of high-performance services and APIs.

In Short

• Lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Work independently and take ownership of complex projects.
• Define and implement best practices for system architecture and code quality.
• Drive technical decisions related to databases and distributed systems.
• Architect cloud-based solutions using AWS services.
• Develop robust testing strategies ensuring high code quality.
• Identify and resolve system bottlenecks.
• Mentor and guide engineers across multiple teams.
• Conduct technical reviews and provide strategic input.
• Act as an escalation point for complex technical issues.

Requirements

• Expert-level proficiency in TypeScript and Node.js.
• Proven experience leading architectural decisions.
• Extensive experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Hands-on experience in AWS cloud-native development.
• Strong expertise in event-driven architectures and microservices.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation.
• Mastery of software testing methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence technical strategy.
• Experience mentoring and growing engineering talent.

Benefits

• Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Austin-American Statesman.
• Flexibility at work for personal and professional schedules.
• Annual all-hands events in Austin, Texas.
• Annual equity awards for top performers.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous 401(K) company match.
• Progressive parental leave policies.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Team-building and social events throughout the year.