Senior Software Engineer, API at Viral Nation

Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Digital Marketing, Social Media, Marketing TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

A minimum of 5+ years of experience in API development with a strong focus on architecture and design
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Able to demonstrate a high-level of expertise in backend technologies such as Node.js, Python (Django) or similar
In-depth knowledge of database systems (both SQL and NoSQL), data model design and data access patterns
Considerable expertise in web application architecture and design patterns, and performance optimization techniques
Strong background in microservices architecture and API design
Proven track record of identifying security best practices for RESTful and GraphQL APIs
Superior expertise in testing tools and frameworks
Deep understanding of CI/CD tools and processes, including containerization
Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams
Clear and concise cross-functional communication and collaboration skills
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, OR relevant experience

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, secure, and scalable APIs
Lead the technical design and implementation of complex features and modules, ensuring adherence to architectural principles and coding standards defined by the architecture committee
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine and break down requirements into user stories and tasks in the squad backlog
Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior engineers to foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence
Troubleshoot and debug issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions to ensure the stability and performance of APIs
Implement and advocate for performance optimization techniques to meet platform NFRs such as availability, reliability, scalability and stability
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends, and evaluate their potential use in our products and platform
Collaborate with the SRE team to optimize deployment processes, monitor application performance, and ensure reliability and scalability
Work closely with the engineering team to refactor and optimize existing codebase for long-term sustainability
Actively participate in Scrum rituals, such as sprint planning, estimation, daily syncs, and retrospectives, to drive project delivery and maintain transparency

Skills

API Design

API Development

Backend Architecture

Scalable Systems

Secure APIs

Code Review

Mentoring

Troubleshooting

Debugging

Viral Nation

Influencer and social media marketing agency

About Viral Nation

Viral Nation is an influencer and social media marketing agency that helps brands enhance their digital presence through services like influencer marketing, paid performance, and creative content. The company uses proprietary technologies, including machine learning and AI, to assist clients in transitioning to a social-first approach. What makes Viral Nation different is its ability to combine paid and organic marketing strategies, adapting to changes in social media algorithms for better results. The goal is to help clients achieve measurable growth in return on ad spend (ROAS) and reduce customer acquisition costs (CAC).

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$178.3MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Consumer Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

201-500Employees

Risks

Increased competition from agencies like Clear Digital challenges Viral Nation's market position.

Over-reliance on gaming content may limit diversification into other sectors.

High expectations from influencer attendees at Cannes Lions could strain resources.

Differentiation

Viral Nation uses AI to enhance influencer marketing and brand safety solutions.

The company integrates paid and organic marketing for maximum social media impact.

Viral Nation partners with top studios for innovative content creation and distribution.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-driven influencer marketing boosts Viral Nation's service appeal.

Partnerships with Vertiqal Studios and Wind Sun Sky expand content creation opportunities.

Recognition at SXSW and Cannes Lions enhances Viral Nation's industry reputation.

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