Senior Backend Engineer (Remote)

Are you looking for an opportunity to jump-start your career in a thriving tech industry? Join us at Blend grow our business and execute our mission to help organizations leverage data and technology to make better decisions. With over 10 years of experience in the field of big data, top US customers such as Mastercard, Tripadvisor, and Roku choose us to develop innovative products.

What is this position about?

We are looking for a skilled Backend Engineer to join our team and work on a cutting-edge project for a dynamic SaaS company committed to delivering innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in backend development, with expertise in Python and cloud technologies.

Job Description

• Maintain and enhance legacy systems using Python to ensure continued functionality and performance.
• Plan and execute system migrations and upgrades while ensuring backward compatibility and smooth integration with new systems.
• Develop, test, and maintain scalable backend applications and services using Python.
• Design, implement, and manage data storage solutions using AWS technologies.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
• Optimize database performance and query efficiency to handle large-scale data processing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features, ensuring seamless integration with the front-end and other services.
• Deploy and manage applications in AWS cloud environments.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate testing and deployment processes, ensuring efficient and reliable releases.

Qualifications

• Studies in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Python and its frameworks, with hands-on experience in backend development.
• Expertise with AWS cloud technologies.
• Proficiency in database technologies, including SQL and NoSQL, with experience designing database structures for BI/reporting systems and querying data warehouses such as Redshift.
• Experience with ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipeline management tools.
• Strong understanding of system architecture and cloud deployment strategies in AWS.
• Experience developing and optimizing scalable web applications.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, focusing on high performance and scalability.
• Knowledge of React is a plus.

What about languages?

You will need excellent written and verbal English for clear and effective communication with the team.

How much experience must I have?

• In order to thrive in this role, you must have at least 4+ years of experience as a Backend Engineer.

Additional Information

Our perks and benefits:

🍔Every day lunches! (headquarters)

• Vegetarian, vegan, gluten and sugar free options.
• Gourmet meals every Friday with our on-site chef!

⚖️ Flexible working options to help you strike the right balance.

👨🏽‍💻 All the equipment you need to harness your talent (Macbook and accessories).

☕Snacks and beverages available everyday (headquarters).

🎮After office events, football, tennis and game nights (headquarters).

• Everyone is welcome to join our football league every Wednesday’s and Friday’s.
• Challenge your teammates to a pool game and win the office’s trophy!
• Tennis courts available for friendly matches.
• You are not a sports person? Don’t worry, we also have chess championships, game and music nights for you to join!

📚 Learning Opportunities

• AWS Certifications (we are AWS Partners).
• Study plans, courses and other certifications.
• English Lessons.
• Learn from your teammates on our Tech Tuesdays!

👩‍🏫 Mentoring and Development opportunities to shape your career path.

🎁 Anniversary and birthday gifts.

🏡 Great location and even greater teammates!

So what are the next steps?

Our team is eager to learn about you! Send us your resume or LinkedIn profile below and we’ll explore working together!