About us
our client is revolutionizing legal technology with ai-driven tools that enhance efficiency and accessibility for legal professionals. We're undertaking high-impact technology transformation, partnering with a high-volume immigration law firm to optimize workflows and streamline processes. Join us in building the future of legal tech, where impactful innovation meets user-centric design.
role overview
as a senior backend engineer, you will design and develop core backend services that enable our platform’s functionality, including efficient data management and real-time communication support. This role will focus on building resilient apis, ensuring data integrity, and optimizing backend services for performance. You’ll work closely with front-end engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver a cohesive, high-quality product experience, ensuring it meets the needs of our large-scale user base.
key responsibilities
* backend development : design, implement, and maintain high-quality backend services and apis, focusing on scalability, reliability, and performance.
* real-time communication support : develop backend capabilities for real-time, bidirectional communication using websockets, enabling browser-based voice interactions.
* system design & architecture : participate in architectural decisions, ensuring backend systems are scalable and optimized for high availability in a high-volume environment.
* data management : create efficient data storage and processing solutions, with an emphasis on data integrity, security, and compliance.
* collaboration : work closely with front-end engineers, product managers, and other teams to deliver integrated solutions that align with user needs and product goals.
* troubleshooting & optimization : diagnose and resolve backend performance bottlenecks, ensuring reliable service and enhancing system efficiency.
technical proficiency
must have experience with several of the following:
* programming languages : proficiency in python.
* api development : strong experience with restful, grpc, or graphql api design and implementation for secure, efficient, and scalable applications.
* data management : experience with sql (postgresql, mysql) and nosql (e.g., mongodb, redis) databases, focusing on data modeling, indexing, and performance optimization.
* real-time communication : hands-on experience with websocket implementation for enabling real-time, bidirectional communication.
* cloud platforms : familiarity with aws, gcp, or azure for deploying and managing backend services.
* infrastructure as code (iac) : experience with terraform, cloudformation, or pulumi for infrastructure automation.
* containerization & orchestration : working knowledge of docker and kubernetes for managing and orchestrating microservices.
* testing & ci/cd : experience with ci/cd pipelines (e.g., jenkins, gitlab ci/cd) and automated testing frameworks for backend systems.
qualifications
* experience : 4–6 years in backend development, with a strong foundation in building and maintaining high-quality, production-grade backend systems.
* technical problem solving : solid problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex backend issues and optimize for performance and scalability.
* system design skills : familiarity with distributed system design and microservices architecture, with a focus on data integrity and high availability.
* collaboration : effective communicator who can work cross-functionally, collaborating with front-end teams, product managers, and stakeholders.
* user-centric approach : passionate about delivering backend solutions that enhance user experience and support business goals.
perks and benefits
* remote-first work environment : enjoy the flexibility to work from anywhere, with a remote-first setup that supports work-life balance and productivity.
* competitive salary : we offer a competitive salary to recognize and reward your skills and contributions.
* unlimited paid time off : take the time you need with an unlimited pto policy, empowering you to recharge and maintain balance.
* professional development : access resources for growth, including conference passes, online courses, and training programs to support your career advancement.
* home office stipend : we provide a budget for setting up your home office with high-quality equipment and tools.
* latest tech gear : receive a top-of-the-line laptop and any necessary peripherals to ensure you have the best tools to do your best work.
* team retreats and virtual events : participate in team-building retreats and regular virtual gatherings to connect with colleagues and strengthen our culture.
* parental leave : we offer paid parental leave to support you and your family during this important time.
the selection process
* silver recruiter screen
* silver technical screen
* cto interview
* live coding interview
* system design interview
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