Senior Backend Engineer (Elixir)

Position Overview

• Location Type: Fully Remote
• Employment Type: Full-Time (Inferred)
• Salary: Competitive salary, stock options, unlimited PTO, and benefits (Specific amount not provided)

Remote is dedicated to solving the global challenge of employing individuals anywhere in the world compliantly. We empower businesses of all sizes to build and manage a global workforce by handling international payroll, benefits, taxes, and compliance. Learn more about our process at remote.com/how-it-works.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all ethnic groups, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, and any other under-represented groups. We prioritize a sense of belonging and have established Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for Women, Disability, Queer, and Minorities in Tech, who regularly collaborate with the People team. We also encourage candidates to request accommodations during the interview process if needed.

Remote embraces AI as a supportive tool, emphasizing human creativity and authenticity. We seek candidates who blend innovation with practical expertise and experience. For more information on Remote's AI guidelines, please see here.

All positions at Remote are fully remote; relocation is not required.

You will join a team of engineers across Frontend, Backend, SRE, and QA, organized into cross-functional development teams focused on specific product verticals. This role is available for multiple teams, with the specific team assignment determined during the interview process based on business needs and candidate preferences. Regardless of the team, your work will involve building tools, APIs, and integrations for our products. Our backend is built using Elixir and Phoenix with a Postgres database. The frontend utilizes React and Nextjs. We use GitLab for version control, issue tracking, and CI/CD, with applications hosted on AWS. Our deployment process relies heavily on CI, with multiple deployments occurring daily.

What this job can offer you

• Engage with complex and meaningful challenges that enable global employment for individuals and businesses.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's growth and direction.
• Enjoy considerable freedom in organizing your work and life, with flexibility regarding daily standups, recurring meetings, or other ceremonies.
• Receive a competitive salary, stock options, unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), and a comprehensive package of perks and benefits.
• Experience a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages challenging established norms and pursuing innovation.
• Benefit from a strong team of experienced engineers dedicated to supporting and facilitating your professional development.

What you bring

• Must-have professional experience:
  • Significant experience as a Backend Engineer, specifically working with Elixir, including the development, shipping, and maintenance of complex software projects.
  • Proficiency with Postgres or similar relational databases.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab, GitHub).