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Senior Software Engineer - Backend

Jobgether, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Senior Software Engineer – Backend – New York We are currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer – Backend in New York. The Senior Backend Engineer will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems that power high‑impact applications.

Accountabilities

Design, develop, and deploy scalable, low‑latency backend services for real‑time systems and session management.

Build and maintain cloud infrastructure across multiple regions, implementing technologies like gRPC and Protobuf.

Design and manage data persistence layers using NoSQL databases such as Redis.

Create and maintain data pipelines for ingesting, processing, and storing real‑time information.

Collaborate closely with frontend engineers and onboard software teams to ensure seamless end‑to‑end data flow.

Optimize backend systems for reliability, resilience, and efficiency, handling network disruptions and failover.

Contribute to system architecture decisions and advocate for best practices in backend development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.

5+ years of professional experience in backend software development and cloud infrastructure.

Strong proficiency in backend programming languages such as Go or Python.

Experience designing distributed systems, microservices, and scalable backend applications.

Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or OCI) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Expertise with NoSQL databases (e.g., Redis) and real‑time data processing.

Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Nice‑to‑have: experience leading projects end‑to‑end and working in startup or high‑growth environments.

Benefits

Base salary range: $125,000–$222,000 USD annually.

Equity opportunities through options or restricted stock units.

Comprehensive healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

401(k) retirement plan with employer match.

Learning and wellness stipends.

Paid time off and flexible leave policies.

Professional growth and mentorship opportunities.

About the hiring process We use an AI‑powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly and fairly. The final decision is made by the hiring company’s internal team.

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