Senior Platform Software Engineer

Mountain View, California

Stealth
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Summary:

Join our dynamic engineering team as a Senior Backend Software Engineer where your expertise will be pivotal in building scalable Microservices and designing high-performing backend systems. As part of our innovative platform that intersects real estate, technology, and food, you will be at the forefront of transforming our product's core architecture. If you're a seasoned software engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about creating impactful solutions, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Build Scalable Backend Systems: Design and create microservices-based backend architectures that prioritize scalability, maintainability, and performance.
  • Develop APIs & Integrations: Collaborate effectively with front-end teams to develop high-performance, reliable APIs for seamless integration with our platform.
  • System Architecture & Design: Lead the technical design of backend infrastructure, ensuring systems deliver high availability and reliability.
  • Database Design & Management: Manage relational and NoSQL databases to guarantee data consistency and efficient queries while enabling seamless scaling.
  • Microservices Development: Build, maintain, and scale microservices that handle complex business logic to ensure platform efficiency and availability.
  • Code Quality & Testing: Commit to writing clean, maintainable code with a strong emphasis on high test coverage and performance optimization.
  • Continuous Improvement: Actively identify bottlenecks in the backend infrastructure and implement effective solutions to boost performance.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and engineers to define features and propel product development.
Required Qualifications:
  • Experience: 7-10 years in Backend Software Engineering with a proven record of delivering scalable solutions.
  • Microservices Expertise: Proficient in designing, developing, and deploying scalable microservices in production settings.
  • Programming Languages: Proficient in Java or GoLang, with the capability to develop high-performance systems using either language.
  • Cloud Infrastructure: Familiar with cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Databases & Caching: Solid experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB), alongside knowledge of caching methods (e.g., Redis, Memcached).
  • API Development: In-depth understanding of RESTful API design and security, with experience integrating third-party services.
  • CI/CD & DevOps: Experience in CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for smooth, automated deployment.
Nice to Have:
  • Domain Knowledge: Experience in real estate or food technology is a plus, along with a passion for tackling their challenges.
  • Leadership Experience: Ability to mentor junior engineers and lead critical architectural decisions.
  • Agile Development: Familiarity with Agile methodologies in a fast-paced, iterative environment.
  • Security Best Practices: Understanding of security principles and secure coding practices.
Personal Attributes:
  • Problem Solver: Strong analytical skills to address challenges and deliver timely solutions.
  • Self-Motivated & Entrepreneurial: Proactive in a fast-moving environment, driving results independently.
  • Collaborative: Excellent communicator capable of effective collaboration across teams.
  • Growth-Oriented: Eager to learn new technologies and adapt in a rapidly evolving company.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive Salary & Benefits: A competitive package including health insurance, retirement benefits, and equity in a rapidly growing startup.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and remote work options with occasional in-person meetups.
  • Impactful Work: An opportunity to contribute to an innovative platform shaping the future of the real estate and food industries.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and leadership as we expand our product and team.
Date Posted: 31 March 2025
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