Senior Back-End Engineer - Remote

Overview

The Muse is seeking an experienced Senior Back-End Engineer to build and maintain scalable, distributed systems that power our platforms, connecting millions of job seekers with meaningful career opportunities.

In Short

• Design and implement scalable backend services and APIs.
• Lead the development of data pipelines and integration systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Architect and maintain distributed systems for growing user base.
• Implement data quality processes and monitoring systems.
• Contribute to technical design decisions and establish best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering excellence.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure high code quality standards.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience focused on backend development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and asynchronous programming.
• Experience with distributed systems and cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud).
• Solid understanding of database technologies, particularly PostgreSQL.
• Experience with containerization technologies, particularly Docker.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals including system design and algorithms.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and debugging abilities.
• Strong communication skills for non-technical audiences.
• Experience in collaborative, cross-functional teams across countries.
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines (CircleCI).

Benefits

• Collaborative work environment valuing diverse ideas and perspectives.
• Opportunity to mentor and lead junior engineers.
• Work in a remote setting with flexible hours.
• Competitive salary based on experience and location.
• Inclusive workplace culture.