Senior Software Engineer, Backend

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. Design and develop scalable, high-performance software systems and database solutions for large data volumes, high-traffic application events, and user interactions .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesSenior💰 $189,051 - $192,835 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing scalable backend systems and data platforms, with a strong focus on performance monitoring, API development, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in utilizing cloud services and container orchestration technologies to support high-traffic applications and large data volumes.

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Backend Programming Languages (Java)Large-Scale Distributed Data SystemsAPI Development and MaintenanceCloud Services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)Container Orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringData AnalysisUnit and Regression Testing (Mockito, Jest)Event-Driven Technologies (Apache Kafka, AWS SQS)Deployment Tools (Jenkins, Prometheus, Grafana)

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional Team CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesAWS ECS

Industry Keywords

ComplianceAuthorizationBiometric Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ApacheAWSAzureCloudDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformGrafanaJavaJenkinsJestKafkaKubernetesMockitoPrometheus

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop scalable, high-performance software systems and database solutions for large data volumes, high-traffic application events, and user interactions
Develop, implement, and oversee software testing procedures, system validation workflows, programming tasks, and technical documentation
Architect, build, and maintain a scalable data platform supporting data processing, storage, and access for engineers, analysts, and internal stakeholders
Coordinate deployment, configuration, and ongoing performance monitoring of backend systems against technical requirements and service-level objectives
Coordinate cross-functional communication during system deployments and operational reviews
Create, maintain, and update documentation for APIs, backend services, and data workflows
Research and evaluate backend technologies, tools, and best practices according to architectural standards and product roadmap needs
Collaborate with engineering teams to design, build, and operate shared backend services across the company’s product portfolio

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or U.S. equivalent in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, plus 5 years of professional experience in software engineering or related software systems/application work
Alternatively, a Master’s degree or U.S. equivalent in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, plus 3 years of professional experience in software engineering or related software systems/application work
3 years of professional experience using backend programming languages including Java
3 years of professional experience designing, developing, and maintaining large-scale distributed data systems
3 years of professional experience designing, developing, and modifying software systems using APIs
2 years of professional experience deploying and managing backend services using AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
2 years of professional experience writing comprehensive unit and regression tests using Mockito and Jest
2 years of professional experience working with cross-functional teams, including security, IT, or finance, contributing to security and compliance
2 years of professional experience implementing high-performance and scalable backend systems supporting mobile applications
2 years of professional experience performing data analysis and working with data platforms to extract actionable insights from large datasets
2 years of professional experience using Docker and container orchestration technologies including Kubernetes or AWS ECS
2 years of professional experience working with event-driven or message-oriented technologies including Apache Kafka or AWS SQS
2 years of professional experience developing and supporting software related to compliance, authorization, or biometric systems
2 years of professional experience using deployment tools and monitoring systems including Jenkins, Prometheus, and Grafana

Benefits

Comp & perks

Telecommuting may be permitted