Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend-Focused Full Stack Software Engineer to design, build, and scale modern applications and distributed systems that power exceptional student and employee experiences.
Job Description
The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for the research, design, development, analysis, testing, and implementation of software operating or application systems.
What You'll Do
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services, APIs, and distributed systems using Java and Python
- Lead backend architecture decisions focused on scalability, reliability, security, and performance
- Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices that support web and mobile applications
- Collaborate with frontend engineers working in Angular and Flutter to deliver seamless end-to-end solutions
- Optimize database performance, system integrations, and application reliability
- Implement cloud-native solutions and contribute to infrastructure automation initiatives
- Drive engineering best practices around testing, CI/CD, observability, and secure software development
- Mentor engineers through code reviews, technical leadership, and architectural guidance
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues across the application stack
- Participate in technical strategy discussions and platform modernization initiatives
- Contribute to engineering standards, documentation, and continuous improvement efforts
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience
- Strong backend development expertise with Java and Python
- Experience building scalable APIs, microservices, and distributed systems
- Experience with Spring Boot, FastAPI, Flask, Django, or similar backend frameworks
- Solid understanding of full-stack application architecture
- Working knowledge of Angular, TypeScript, and frontend integration patterns
- Experience with relational and NoSQL databases
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and DevOps practices
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and debugging skills
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and technical leadership abilities
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Flexible work environment
- Career growth opportunities in architecture and technical leadership
- The opportunity to help transform lives through education