Software Engineer, Backend
Build and maintain backend services, APIs, and data pipelines supporting a mission-critical flight safety platform. The role requires at least two years of backend experience or equivalent project-based experience, with proficiency in a modern backend language.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain backend services and APIs used by web and mobile applications.
- Build reliable, scalable backend systems for production environments with guidance from senior engineers.
- Integrate internal and external data sources, including real-time and batch data pipelines.
- Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional partners to deliver backend features supporting user-facing functionality.
- Participate in code reviews and follow backend best practices and architectural patterns.
- Support system reliability, performance, and maintainability through testing, monitoring, and documentation.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience building backend systems, or equivalent experience through internships, projects, or coursework.
- Experience with at least one modern backend language, such as Python or JavaScript/TypeScript with Node.js.
- Familiarity with designing or consuming APIs and working with databases or data stores.
- Exposure to production environments and reliability, performance, and security fundamentals.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn from feedback and mentorship.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
Nice-to-haves
- Passion for aviation and improving air travel efficiency and safety.
- Exposure to data pipelines, real-time data systems, or distributed systems concepts.
- Interest in machine learning, data-intensive systems, or large-scale data processing.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms, CI/CD workflows, or DevOps concepts.
Compensation and Benefits
- $135,000–$190,000 annual salary.
- 100% of employee medical premiums covered and 25% of dependent premiums covered.
- Three weeks of paid time off and 13+ paid company holidays.
- 401(k) offered.
Skills
Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, APIs, Databases, Data Pipelines, Distributed Systems, Machine Learning, Cloud Platforms, CI/CD, DevOps, Monitoring, Security
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