Senior Backend Engineer - Endless Commerce

The role

As a Senior Back-End Software Engineer, you’ll play a key role in shaping our core platform and driving impactful enhancements. You’ll design, implement, and maintain backend services that support a growing user base, tackle scaling challenges, and optimize performance. Working closely with a dynamic team of engineers and stakeholders, you’ll influence architectural decisions, establish best practices, and enhance system reliability. Your contributions will directly impact the platform's scalability, efficiency, and overall success.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy back-end services and APIs using Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, and other components in our stack.
• Architect scalable solutions to handle high-volume data and transaction processing.
• Maintain and optimize existing code to ensure the stability and performance of the platform.
• Collaborate with front-end engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define, design, and ship new features.
• Monitor production systems, resolve incidents, and implement improvements to prevent future issues.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to our culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following best practices for software development.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in back-end software development, with a strong emphasis on Ruby on Rails.
• Proficiency in database design and management, particularly with PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with background processing using Sidekiq or similar tools.
• Experience with cloud-based platforms (e.g., Heroku, AWS, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and web application architecture.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong level of engagement and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Redis for caching and message queuing.
• Knowledge of error monitoring tools such as Bugsnag or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with logging solutions like Coralogix.
• Understanding of front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular) to facilitate better back-end integration.
• Previous experience working in a startup or fast-paced development environment.
• Previous experience with ERP and e-commerce platforms.
• A passion for mentoring and helping others grow.
• Experience working in Agile environments using Jira and Confluence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonuses.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Generous vacation policy and paid time off.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• A collaborative culture that values growth and work-life balance.