Staff Software Engineer

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💎 Seniority level: Staff, 8+ years

📍 Location: United States

🔍 Industry: Software Development

🗣️ Languages: English

⏳ Experience: 8+ years

🪄 Skills: AWSBackend DevelopmentDockerLeadershipNode.jsPythonSoftware DevelopmentSQLElasticSearchFrontend DevelopmentJavaKubernetesAlgorithmsAPI testingData StructuresGoCommunication SkillsCI/CDProblem SolvingRESTful APIsMentoringMicroservicesSoftware Engineering

Requirements:

8+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on backend engineering.
Expertise in programming languages such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
Extensive experience with RESTful API design and development.
Experience with front-end development
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to design scalable, high-performance systems.
Excellent communication skills in English

Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, reliable, and scalable backend systems for private profiles, user blocking and other user safety features.
Collaborate with front-end developers, UX/UI designers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality products.
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and technical roadmap planning.

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