Senior Backend Engineer

Company: Hired
Location: Redwood City
Posted on: April 30, 2021

Job Description:

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Being a Senior Backend Engineer means that you are responsible for the construction and the efficiency of all the backend functionality for our website. Sr. Backend Engineers are crucial in getting a project off and running. As a senior backend developer, you can integrate user-facing elements created by front-end developers with server-side logic, as well as build libraries and reusable code for future use. Engineering candidates on Hired are ambitious, multifaceted and can work independently and in a team environment to get the job done.
*Responsibilities*
* Using frameworks to build service-side software and integrate APIs and cloud computing
* Analyzing and compiling data, codes and processes to identify areas of improvement and resolve issues
* Work jointly with frontend developers along with other team members to set up objectives, as well as design cohesive, functional script
* Think strategically, creatively and innovatively using sound judgment and technical skills
* Strong understanding of programming techniques and tools, as well as the web development cycle
* Record data and report findings to the appropriate parties
* Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL queries
* Create security settings, restore and back up technologies for databases and websites
* Work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment while managing and prioritizing multiple responsibilities
*What Skills*
* 4+ years experience with backend web development
* 4+ years of experience building well tested high volume, large-scale, distributed systems
* Experience with programming languages like HTML, Ruby, Ruby on Rails, PHP, Python, C#, Java, Go Language, Swift, Docker, Azure, AngularJS and Angular 2.
* Experience with creating REST APIs and version control like Git
* Experience with modern MVC frameworks such as Django, Rails, Pyramid, Flask, Sails and Laravel
* Experience application architecture stacks, including API layer, business logic, data modeling, hosting, network and UI/UX
* Superb communication, time management, analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills
* Keep up-to-date with the latest advancements in technology
* B.S. in computer engineering, web development, computer science or equivalent experience
*These Would Also Be Nice*
* Experience creating mobile applications using Objective-C, Swift or Android
* Experience with cloud development (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
* Experience doing unit testing with Virtual Machines
* Experience with Webpack

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