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Senior · Staff · Principal Backend Engineer

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New York, NY, USA
Senior level
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New York, NY, USA
Senior level
Design, build, and maintain server-side systems including databases and APIs. Optimize performance, ensure security, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with front-end and product teams while staying current on technologies.
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Senior / Staff / Principal Backend Engineer

Location: Onsite New York

We have multiple startups interested in talent. Here is a generic summary. Instead of a perfect job description, we present talented individuals to companies and allow them to share how that talent fits in the organization. 

A Back-end Developer is a software developer specializing in server-side logic, databases, and application infrastructure, responsible for ensuring the efficient and secure functioning of web applications and systems. They build and maintain the server-side code that powers the application, often interacting with databases, APIs, and other web services. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

•           Server-Side Logic:
Develop and maintain the code that runs on the server, handling user requests, processing data, and managing application logic. 
•           Database Management:
Design, implement, and manage databases, ensuring data integrity, security, and performance. 
•           API Development:
Create and maintain Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) for seamless communication between the front-end and back-end components. 
•           Performance Optimization:
Optimize code for speed, efficiency, and scalability, ensuring the application can handle large loads and user traffic. 
•           Security:
Implement security measures to protect the application and user data from unauthorized access and breaches. 
•           Collaboration:
Work with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure a cohesive user experience. 
•           Troubleshooting and Debugging:
Identify and resolve issues in the back-end code, ensuring the application functions correctly. 
•           Staying Up-to-Date:
Keep abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance the application's functionality and performance. 
 

Compensation: Market range and can include equity – details can be provided after the specific client is determined.  

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