Job Description :
We are looking for a highly experienced and technically proficient Staff Backend Engineer to join our engineering team. This is a strategic role that requires strong leadership, deep backend expertise, and the ability to architect and deliver scalable systems. You will work closely with engineering leaders, product managers, and cross-functional teams to define and implement backend systems that power our products and :
- Design, develop, and scale complex backend services and APIs.
- Own architectural decisions and guide the evolution of our backend systems.
- Drive engineering excellence through best practices, code reviews, and mentorship.
- Collaborate with DevOps / SRE to ensure robust deployment and monitoring systems.
- Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and reliability issues.
- Work cross-functionally with product, design, and other engineering teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
- Evaluate and adopt new technologies where appropriate.
- Champion engineering initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, and developer experience.
- Mentor senior and mid-level engineers, helping them grow technically and professionally.
- Lead the technical roadmap and influence long-term strategy.
Requirements :
12-15 years of professional software engineering experience with a strong focus on backend development.Expertise in at least one major backend language : Java, Go, Node.js, Python, or C#.Deep understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems, and RESTful API design.Strong knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL) - e. g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Cassandra.Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).Proficient in system design, performance tuning, and scalability techniques.Solid understanding of CI / CD, observability tools, and security best practices.Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make sound technical decisions.Proven track record of technical leadership and delivery of complex projects.ref : hirist.tech)