Staff Backend Engineer (Video Collaboration Platform) at 8x8

Cluj-Napoca, Cluj, Romania

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, Communications, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

Deep expertise in backend technologies and distributed systems
Proficiency in core languages: Java, TypeScript/Node.js
Experience with frameworks: Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring WebFlux
Knowledge of cloud & infrastructure: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, Kinesis, SQS, SNS), Cloudflare (D1, Workers)
Familiarity with containerization & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, Helm
Experience with databases: RDS (MySQL), DynamoDB, Redis
Skills in API technologies: REST, WebSocket
Proficiency in monitoring & observability: Prometheus, Grafana
Knowledge of CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Experience with testing: JUnit, Mockito, TestContainers
AI-proficient (e.g., Claude Code, Github Copilot)
AI-proficient, open to innovation, and skilled in leveraging AI for efficiency and growth

Responsibilities

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with product management, design, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions
Architecture & Development: Design, architect, and implement scalable backend services using Java, TypeScript, and modern cloud-native technologies
Technical Innovation: Research, prototype, and evaluate new technologies and architectural patterns through Proofs of Concept to address evolving product needs
Full-Stack Ownership: Own the complete software development lifecycle from initial design through deployment, monitoring, and ongoing maintenance in production environments
Quality Assurance: Ensure high code quality through comprehensive unit testing, integration testing, test automation, and adherence to CI/CD best practices
Release Management: Lead the deployment and release process for services, ensuring smooth rollouts with zero-downtime strategies
Mentorship & Growth: Mentor engineers at various levels

Skills

Java

TypeScript

Node.js

Spring Boot

Spring Cloud

Spring WebFlux

AWS

EC2

Lambda

Kinesis

SQS

SNS

Cloudflare

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

8x8

Cloud communications and collaboration platform

About 8x8

8x8 provides cloud communications and collaboration services to businesses worldwide, offering a suite of tools that enhance communication. Their main product, the 8x8 Experience Communications Platform, combines voice, video, chat, and contact center services into one platform, allowing businesses to manage both customer engagement and internal communications seamlessly. This platform is known for its high call quality and 24/7 customer support in multiple languages. Unlike many competitors, 8x8 operates on a subscription model, which allows for scalability and customization based on specific business needs. The company also offers advanced analytics to help businesses improve their customer experience. 8x8's goal is to provide secure and reliable communication solutions that meet the needs of businesses handling sensitive information.

Campbell, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1987Year Founded

$253.1MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees