Description
<p><b>What were looking for</b></p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking an exceptional Sr Backend Engineer who demonstrates technical excellence in developing and delivering high-quality software solutions. In this role, you will own significant areas of our projects, drive technical implementation, champion best practices, and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects that meet our clients business requirements and technical specifications. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of both backend and frontend systems, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for creating remarkable products, and ships fast while maintaining high standards and shows strong ownership from design through production deployment.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><p><br></p><p><b>Technical Excellence & Ownership:</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Write, own and maintain high-quality, readable code that is appropriately flexible, reusable, and adaptable to changing requirements</li><li>Own the full lifecycle of code from design to production, including bug fixes, load testing, and penetration testing and accessibility remediation</li><li>Tackle the hardest challenges in a project and provides early unlocks to the blind spots.</li><li>Navigate and debug unfamiliar codebases effectively while maintaining both speed and quality</li><li>Proactively identify and address technical debt and potential future challenges</li><li>Take full ownership of smaller project areas while maintaining high standards of code quality</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Engineering Implementation & Problem Solving:</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Translate product requirements and tickets into clear, efficient code solutions</li><li>Apply professional concepts to resolve a wide range of technical issues creatively</li><li>Switch between optimizing for speed versus quality based on team requirements</li><li>Debug complex issues across the full stack, including code written by others</li><li>Create and share project and domain-specific knowledge that benefits other engineers</li><li>Implement effective automation solutions and maintain engineering best practices</li><li>Go deeper into technical problems, advocate for solutions, get buy-in from stakeholders, and rally the engineers behind the solution.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Code Quality and Craftsmanship:</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Champions craftsmanship and maintains higher standards of code quality.</li><li>Looks for ways to simplify code and infrastructure, prioritizing maintenance and migration costs.</li><li>Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.</li><li>Implement and maintain robust, reusable, and efficient components and libraries.</li><li>Prioritize developer efficiency and prevents the reinvention of the wheel.</li><li>Develop and maintain responsive web applications using modern frontend technologies.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Project Execution & Communication:</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Work effectively on moderately defined project areas, incorporating review and guidance from senior technical leaders</li><li>Develop deep self-sufficiency in at least one large area of the project while maintaining broad understanding across the system</li><li>Communicate technical designs effectively through proofs of concept and documentation</li><li>Demonstrate features and capabilities to stakeholders</li><li>Clearly communicate assumptions and actively seek clarification when needed</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Quality & Reliability:</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Consistently deliver high-quality work on schedule and follow through on commitments</li><li>Maintain systems reliability and respond to production issues with appropriate urgency</li><li>Think multiple steps ahead to anticipate and prevent potential problems</li><li>Actively participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback while remaining open to learning opportunities</li><li>Create code that avoids common pitfalls and “code smells”</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).</li><li>5+ years of experience in backend development, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality software.</li><li>Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., TypeScript & Node.js & ES6+, Python 3, Go, C# & .NET).</li><li>Strong understanding of database management systems (SQL, NoSQL) and data modelling.</li><li>Experience with RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs.</li><li>Familiarity with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).</li><li>Familiarity of DevOps practices and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CDKTF).</li><li>Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (e.g., Git).</li><li>Understanding of automated testing frameworks (e.g., Jest).</li><li>Experience with serverless architecture and cloud-native applications.</li><li>Knowledge of design systems and component libraries.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Strong communication and collaboration skills.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Benefits</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits package.</li><li>Opportunity for professional growth and advancement within the company.</li><li>Access to ongoing training and certification programs in GCP and other cloud technologies.</li><li>Remote work arrangements.</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team environment.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>About Us</b></p><p><br></p><p>At Boosted, we specialize in building product, infrastructure, and data solutions for complex problems. Our services include designing and developing industry-leading products, integrating new systems, modernizing cloud infrastructure, setting up modern data warehouses, accessing key insights through business intelligence, and deploying machine learning models with scalable infrastructure and data pipelines.</p><p>For more information, you can visit their website at GetBoosted.io.</p>
