[Remote] Staff Backend Engineer at Astra

Only, Tennessee, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 8+ years of software engineering experience building complex, production systems and 3+ years of technical leadership experience, including mentoring, architecture decisions, and cross-team coordination. A demonstrated systems engineering background solving complex, cross-domain challenges is required, along with a strong foundation in algorithms, data structures, and computer science fundamentals. Experience with distributed systems, event-driven architectures, and microservices is essential. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required, with a Master's degree being highly preferred. Proficiency in Python 3, web frameworks, APIs, NoSQL and SQL databases, and cloud platforms like Google Cloud Platform is necessary. Familiarity with architecture patterns such as domain-driven design, clean architecture, and CQRS, as well as system design balancing performance, maintainability, and business requirements, is expected. Preferred experience includes financial systems (payment processing, fraud detection, compliance), financial regulations (AML, KYC, PCI DSS), banking integrations, high-scale systems, and third-party integrations.

Responsibilities

The Staff Backend Engineer will architect and build complex financial systems, including payment processing, fraud detection, and compliance systems, handling millions of dollars daily with strict regulatory requirements. They will lead the design and implementation of cross-domain solutions coordinating payments, fraud detection, user management, and compliance across a distributed microservices architecture. This role involves leading architecture decisions, establishing best practices, mentoring junior engineers, optimizing system performance, and collaborating with product and compliance teams to design systems that meet business and regulatory needs.

Skills

Backend Engineering

Financial Systems

Payment Processing

Fraud Detection

Compliance Systems

Microservices Architecture

Systems Thinking

Technical Leadership

Distributed Systems

System Performance Optimization

Reliability

Coding Standards

Design Patterns

Astra

Provides launch services for small satellites

About Astra

Astra provides launch services specifically for small satellites, catering to commercial businesses, government agencies, and research institutions that need reliable access to space. The company operates small, agile rockets designed to transport these satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO). Astra's approach focuses on making space more accessible by reducing the costs and complexities associated with satellite launches, which allows a wider range of customers to utilize their services. Unlike many competitors, Astra emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness in its operations, aiming to meet the growing demand for satellite-based services such as Earth observation and telecommunications. The company's goal is to facilitate more frequent and affordable satellite launches, thereby expanding opportunities for various applications in the space industry.

Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$291.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

AerospaceIndustries

201-500Employees