Senior backend engineer responsible for building efficient web services and APIs in Scala, converting business ideas into product components, deploying code frequently, and participating in code reviews within Agile teams. Requires strong software engineering fundamentals and PostgreSQL expertise.
Company Description
Firstly we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at the company. We value skills more than anything else.
We (our client) are a next generation form and eSigning platform growing rapidly. We can convert any PDF or Word Doc into a fillable, mobile friendly cloud doc that can be completed, eSigned if necessary, and synced with your cloud.
Job DescriptionIf you say you have an idea and can covert that into a something beautiful, then you are the one we are looking for.
As our Sr. Backend Engineer, you will be:
- You will develop efficient web services and APIs
- You will participate in daily code deploys while working on individual or team projects
- You will convert business ideas into tangible components of the site
- You will participate in thorough code reviews to ensure quality engineering practices and to produce the highest quality code
We'd like to offer,
- Base pay up to $165K
- All medical benefits
- Sponsor your visa and help you with relocation
Skills we are excited about:
- 3+ years experience with Scala
- Strong at PostgresSQL
- Strong software engineering fundamentals
- Good at Agile software methodologies
I love talking to passionate people. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me at shruthi.n at roljobs dot com
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