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Senior Backend Engineer

MyShell · CA San Francisco, California, United States · $112k - $132k

Actively hiring Posted almost 2 years ago

Role overview

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Backend Engineer to join our team as a Tech Lead. This is a fully remote position open to candidates in either the United States or China.

What you'll work on

  • Develop and maintain scalable and robust backend services and APIs.
  • Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • Implement high-performance database queries and tune databases for performance.
  • Ensure the best possible reliability, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
  • Lead the development of new features and infrastructure improvements.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in accordance with current best practices.
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote a culture of technical excellence.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 3-5 years of experience in backend development with a strong knowledge of backend languages, such as Golang/Python.
  • Experience in managing a team of 3-5 developers.
  • Proficiency in designing and managing database systems such as MySQL and MongoDB.
  • Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and understanding of scalable infrastructure.
  • Familiarity with distributed back-end service development processes and specifications, along with commonly used development frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of security practices and networking protocols.
  • Fluency in both Chinese (Mandarin) and English is mandatory.

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