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Software Engineer - Backend (Remote)

Arta Finance

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, with at least 3 years of experience developing web APIs using .NET (C#). Experience with ORMs like Entity Framework, constructing and optimizing RDMS queries, and working within the asynchronous programming model is required. Proficiency in leveraging AI-powered development tools is also expected.

  • Compensation icon$120,000 - $195,000/year
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconSenior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
United States
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Backend Engineer (Remote)

Ashby

Candidates should have experience in backend development, proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Node.js, and a solid understanding of database management systems. Familiarity with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture is preferred.

  • Compensation iconSalary not specified
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconEntry Level & New Grad
United States
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Software Engineer II, Backend (Consumer Authentication)

Affirm

Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience as a backend or server-side software engineer and proficiency in designing, developing, and launching scalable backend systems using Kotlin or another JVM language. Experience with distributed systems, real-time scalable web services, REST APIs, data frameworks like Spark, Kafka, Kubernetes, and Airflow, and proficiency in unit and integration testing are required. Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset are also …

  • Compensation iconSalary not specified
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years)
United States
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Backend Engineer, AI

LaunchDarkly

Candidates must have extensive experience with server-side programming languages such as Java, Scala, Ruby, Python, or Go. Proficiency in designing, implementing, and maintaining RESTful APIs is required, along with a strong foundation in computer science fundamentals like data structures, distributed systems, concurrency, and threading. The role requires comfort in navigating ambiguous challenges within a rapidly evolving domain, a passion for learning new technologies and staying at the forefr…

  • Compensation iconSalary not specified
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconSenior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
United States
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Software Engineer

Cars Commerce

The role requires a motivated Software Engineer with experience in backend development, API design, and search technologies. Proficiency in languages such as Elixir, NodeJS, or Python is necessary, along with experience in building and maintaining Server-Driven UI (SDUI) APIs using GraphQL.

  • Compensation iconSalary not specified
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
United States
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Senior Software Engineer, API

Headspace

Candidates should possess at least 3-4 years of hands-on software development experience, building APIs and microservices, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field. They should have experience defining, designing, and shipping new features in a remote environment, along with experience with unit, integration, and end-to-end testing, as well as using CI/CD systems. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are also required, as is self-motivation and the ability …

  • Compensation icon$130,000 - $180,000/year
  • Employment type iconInternship
  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Utah
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Principal Software Engineer (Data & API)

BambooHR

Candidates must possess 10 or more years of experience in web development, with expertise in Service Development using languages such as PHP, Python, Java, or C#, and a preference for PHP 8. Experience with HR Data Modelling and working across multiple scrum teams to drive successful outcomes is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented development and MySQL, including SQL query language and database structure/design, is required. Familiarity with version control software, particul…

  • Compensation iconSalary not specified
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconExpert & Leadership (9+ years)
United States
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Software Engineer, Search Integrations (Backend)

Cribl

Candidates should have experience with data structures and algorithms, agile processes, and rapid iterative development. Experience in developing distributed systems and working with data at scale is required, along with experience integrating with 3rd party APIs. Familiarity with AWS, Lambda, and cloud infrastructure is necessary, as is experience building search functionalities. The ability to problem-solve from first principles, maintain focus on overarching objectives, and possess excellent …

  • Compensation iconSalary not specified
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years)
United States
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Software Engineer, Back End

Common Room

Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in software engineering, particularly in backend development. Proficiency with AWS, Postgres, and Node.js is required, along with a strong ability to operate independently and collaborate effectively with other engineers. Candidates should also possess good judgement on tradeoffs and tools needed for problem-solving, and a preference for supported, stable technologies is essential.

  • Compensation iconSalary not specified
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconJunior (1 to 2 years)
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Backend Engineer

Databento

Candidates must be proficient in modern Python and have 3+ years of work experience designing, implementing, and/or integrating web APIs (REST, GraphQL, RPC). Prior work experience at a high-growth tech startup or electronic trading firm, experience with financial data or analytics, and experience working within a Linux environment are considered advantageous. Exposure to lower-level languages like C, C++, or Rust, experience with containerized application deployment (Docker, Kubernetes), experi…

  • Compensation iconSalary not specified
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
United States
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Software Engineer, API

Headspace

Candidates are required to have 3+ years of hands-on software development experience building APIs and microservices, strong proficiency in either Typescript/Node.js or Python/Django, excellent debugging skills and experience with unit, integration, and end-to-end testing, as well as using CI/CD systems, and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an equivalent degree.

  • Compensation icon$120,000 - $160,000/year
  • Employment type iconInternship
  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years)
United States +1 more
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Lead API Engineer

sFOX

Candidates should have 5 years of experience as a software engineer, with at least 3 years focused on backend/API services. Experience deploying and architecting backend applications using Node.js for single page applications, mobile applications, or public API consumption is required. Familiarity with Typescript or Javascript, typed languages, relational databases (MySQL, Postgresql, MSSQL), and writing automated test suites is necessary. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related tec…

  • Compensation iconSalary not specified
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconSenior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
New Orleans
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Staff Full Stack GraphQL Engineer

Expedia

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field, with at least 8 years of professional experience in full stack or backend engineering. Strong expertise in GraphQL, including schema design, resolver logic, performance tuning, and federation using Apollo, is essential. Proficiency in NodeJS and TypeScript, along with cloud technologies like AWS DynamoDB, Lambda, Kinesis, Kafka, and microservices, is required. Familiarity with Server-Driven UI (SDUI) co…

  • Compensation iconSalary not specified
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconExpert & Leadership (9+ years)
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Back-end Engineer

doola

Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of professional backend development experience, with proven experience in Java (Spring Boot or similar) and Node.js. They must have hands-on experience with MySQL and PostgreSQL/MongoDB, and be proficient in designing and integrating RESTful APIs. Familiarity with AWS services such as EC2, RDS, and S3 is required, along with a strong understanding of backend architecture, database optimization, and distributed systems. The ability to work effectively w…

  • Compensation iconSalary not specified
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
United States
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Sr. Software Engineer

Vanta

Candidates should possess at least 8 years of industry experience with backend development, demonstrating a proven ability to design clean, effective internal APIs and services. Strong proficiency in TypeScript, GraphQL, and MongoDB is required, along with experience in building both early-stage (0 to 1) and scaling (1 to 10) systems with strong execution skills. Demonstrated leadership of significant technical projects from inception through delivery is essential, as is a pragmatic approach to …

  • Compensation icon$207,000 - $244,000/year
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconSenior (5 to 8 years)

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