Senior Backend Engineer

Extensive knowledge of web server-side oriented languages (PHP, Javascript for Node.js, Python, Golang). Knowledge of relational and document-oriented databases (MySQL, MongoDB). Proficiency in memory-stored systems (Redis, Memcached). Understanding of web architectures, services and APIs concepts. Experience developing microservices and using design patterns. Excellent knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP). Experience with version control systems like git or subversion. Ability to thrive in an agile, team environment. Solid English communication skills, both oral and written. Proficiency in quality practices such as unit test implementation. Strong testing skills and attention to detail. Interest in understanding customers and market to bring new ideas. Commitment to a culture of continuous improvement.

Working with roughly defined requirements to build effective solutions. Collaborating within a cross-functional team (Engineering, Product, Design, QA) to meet user needs and deliver features that exceed expectations. Participating in architectural/system design discussions and contributing to design improvements. Designing, implementing, and maintaining enhancements to platform functionality. Writing high-quality, standardized, and maintainable code. Tracking down and fixing bugs. Contributing to the improvement of agile methodologies. Leading initiatives from inception to delivery and maintenance autonomously. Coaching and mentoring team members.