Backend Software Engineer

Kforce Inc.
Fremont, United States of America
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Fremont, United States of America

Tech stack

Java
API
Artificial Intelligence
Business Software
C Sharp (Programming Language)
Databases
Customer Data Management
Data Systems
Distributed Systems
Elasticsearch
Monitoring of Systems
Python
Enterprise Messaging Systems
NoSQL
Scrum
Queueing Systems
Service-Oriented Architecture
SQL Databases
Real Time Systems
Backend
Event Driven Architecture
Build Management
Integration Tests
Debezium
Information Technology
Enterprise Integration
Kafka
GraphQL
Api Design
REST
gRPC
Docker
Go
Microservices

Job description

Kforce has a client in Fremont, CA that is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to design and build scalable distributed systems that power critical business applications., This role focuses on backend services, APIs, and data systems supporting high-volume, real-time applications across the platform. This team builds systems responsible for customer data, order processing, inventory, and platform integrations., * Design and develop scalable backend services and distributed systems

  • Build and maintain REST APIs and service-oriented architectures
  • Develop microservices to support high-throughput, real-time applications
  • Work with SQL and NoSQL databases to design efficient data models
  • Implement messaging systems and asynchronous workflows
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code (unit + integration tests)
  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot production issues, and improve reliability
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end features
  • Continuously improve system scalability, availability, and performance

What You Will Focus On:

  • API design and backend service ownership
  • Scalability, performance, and reliability
  • Building systems that power core business operations

Requirements

  • BS/MS in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong experience with backend languages such as Go, Python, Java, or C#
  • Expertise in REST API development
  • Experience with microservices/distributed systems architecture
  • Experience working with databases (SQL or NoSQL)
  • Familiarity with message queue systems/event-driven architectures
  • Strong understanding of testing practices (unit + integration)

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with Kafka, Debezium, Elasticsearch
  • Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Experience with GraphQL or gRPC
  • Exposure to AI/agent workflow systems
  • Experience in Agile/Scrum environments

Benefits & conditions

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

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