Senior Back End Engineer, Data and Cloud

LearnLux Financial Wellbeing

. Design and build backend services and systems supporting LearnLux’s enterprise SaaS platform .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • United StatesSenior💰 $145,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend engineering, particularly in designing and building scalable production systems for enterprise SaaS platforms. Proficient in SQL databases, cloud infrastructure (GCP preferred), and automation tools to enhance developer productivity and system efficiency.

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Backend Engineering ExperienceSQL Database ManagementCloud Infrastructure (GCP)Node.js and/or Python ProficiencyAutomation and AI-Driven Tools

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Hard Skills

Backend EngineeringSQL DatabaseData PipelineData WarehouseCloud InfrastructureNode.jsPythonDistributed SystemsAutomation ToolsAI-Driven Systems

Soft Skills

Collaboration SkillsClear CommunicationProblem-Solving Ability

Tools & Technologies

PulumiTerraformGCPAWS

Industry Keywords

Enterprise SaaSFinancial TechnologyComplianceRegulated Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDistributed SystemsGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaScriptNode.jsPythonSQLTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and build backend services and systems supporting LearnLux’s enterprise SaaS platform
Design and work with SQL databases, data pipelines, and data warehouses
Run parallel AI-assisted coding sessions while shipping across multiple workstreams
Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure, primarily on GCP
Ensure systems are secure, reliable, compliant, and scalable
Use Pulumi or Terraform to maintain consistent and scalable environments
Collaborate with product, design, and data teams to translate requirements into technical solutions
Drive engineering efficiency through automation, AI-driven systems, developer workflows, operations, and internal tooling
Support global performance, reliability, and operational excellence
Contribute to engineering documentation and knowledge sharing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Hands-on experience with data systems, including SQL databases, data pipelines, and data warehouses
Backend engineering experience, including ownership of scalable production systems in a SaaS environment
Solid understanding of distributed systems concepts and cloud infrastructure
Hands-on experience with Node.js and/or Python
Experience with cloud infrastructure, with GCP preferred and AWS experience acceptable
Experience working effectively in a startup or similarly fast-moving, resource-constrained environment
Familiarity with security and compliance considerations in production systems
Experience using automation and AI-driven tools to improve developer productivity or system efficiency
Ability to break down complex problems and execute within a defined scope
Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team
Clear communication skills in technical discussions and project execution
Experience contributing to larger architectural initiatives such as multi-tenancy or platform scaling
Experience in financial technology, regulated, or compliance-heavy enterprise SaaS environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote-first company structure
Medical, dental, and vision
401(k)
Mental wellbeing (Talkspace)
Financial wellbeing (LearnLux)
Paid vacation and sick leave
Paid sabbatical after 5 years of service
A supportive, inclusive team culture
Opportunities for continuous learning and growth at a fast-growing startup at the cutting edge intersection of financial wellness and technology