> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1308335-backend-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1308335-backend-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Backend Engineer

- **Company:** OTTER, INC.
- **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $167,000.0 - $230,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Program Optimization, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, NoSQL, Redis, Google Cloud, Backend, Restful APIs, Microservices
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/5c8c0492-7a28-4c5e-8125-788633ff1001

## About the Role

* We value the diversity of experience and are looking for individuals who are passionate about solving complex problems., * Proficiency in Java.
 * Familiarity with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis).
 * Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
 * Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
 * Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

## Description

* As a Backend Engineer, you'll design, implement, and optimize systems that power mission-critical applications. Your role will adapt to your strengths and interests, with opportunities to work across the entire customer journey.
 * The Inventory Savings team is building a product that provides immediate value to customers by saving them money on purchasing restaurant supplies and ingredients, while also serving as an effective entrypoint into the Otter ecosystem., * Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030.
 * Changing the restaurant industry: You'll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery.
 * Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow and achieve your goals, and you'll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer's success.

What else you need to know

This role is based in our Seattle office location. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We're constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That's why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.


## Related Videos

- [Protector Of The Realm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/591-protector-of-the-realm)
- [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis)
- [40 Minutes to Build a Serverless COVID-19 REST and GraphQL APIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/208-40-minutes-to-build-a-serverless-covid-19-rest-and-graphql-apis)
- [Reducing LLM Calls with Vector Search Patterns - Raphael De Lio (Redis)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1714-reducing-llm-calls-with-vector-search-patterns-raphael-de-lio-redis)
- [NoSQL Data Modeling for Front-end Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/297-nosql-data-modeling-for-front-end-developers)
- [The New Shiny Syndrome: How to Avoid Tech Hype Traps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100135-the-new-shiny-syndrome-how-to-avoid-tech-hype-traps)

## Related Articles

- [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)
- [20 Essential Tools For Backend Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/218-20-essential-tools-for-backend-development)
- [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)
- [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers)
- [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)
- [Dev Digest 139 - Soft and hard queries](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/487-dev-digest-139-soft-and-hard-queries)