> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1347638-senior-backend-software-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1347638-senior-backend-software-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). --- # Senior Backend Software Engineer - **Company:** CLIPIT, INC. - **Location:** Carlsbad, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $155,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, User Authentication, Business Systems, Cloud Database, Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Code Review, Data Synchronization, Database Design, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Node.Js, Performance Tuning, Cloud Services, TypeScript, Google Cloud, Spring Cloud, Database Optimization, Technical Debt, Firebase, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Restful APIs, Service Stack, Web Api - **Published:** July 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=287a41075b16796b ## About the Role * 5+ years of professional backend software development experience * Google Cloud Platform (GCP) * Firebase and Firestore * Cloud Functions * Distributed systems * Event-driven architectures * High-volume transactional systems * Authentication and security * CI/CD pipelines * Performance optimization and monitoring * Strong proficiency with Node.js and TypeScript * Experience designing and building RESTful APIs * Experience building cloud-native applications * Strong database design and data modeling skills * Experience working with asynchronous or event-driven systems * Strong debugging and problem-solving skills * Excellent written and verbal communication * Ability to work independently in a remote environment Experience with our exact technology stack is less important than strong engineering fundamentals, sound architectural judgment, and a willingness to learn. ## Description We're seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to design, build, and scale the backend services that power Kaylus. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys building reliable, well-designed systems and solving complex technical problems. You'll collaborate closely with our engineering team to develop cloud services, APIs, distributed workflows, and core business systems that serve as the foundation of our platform. This is a hands-on engineering position with meaningful technical ownership, not a maintenance role. What You'll Do: You'll help design, build, and maintain systems including: * Backend APIs supporting our mobile and web applications * Event-driven cloud services and asynchronous workflows * Offer management and campaign services * Financial transaction and redemption processing * Data synchronization and third-party integrations * Firestore data models and database optimization * Performance, scalability, and reliability improvements * Internal administrative and operational tools * Cloud automation and backend infrastructure You'll also participate in: * Technical design discussions * Architecture reviews * Code reviews * System troubleshooting * Continuous improvement of engineering standards and best practices, * Improve the scalability and reliability of our backend services * Help evolve our cloud architecture and technical standards * Reduce technical debt through thoughtful engineering decisions * Collaborate effectively with teammates across backend, mobile, AI, and product development * Contribute ideas that improve both our technology and our engineering practices Our Engineering Culture: We're building a team of engineers who: * Take ownership of their work * Care about software quality and maintainability * Think critically before implementing solutions * Communicate openly and respectfully * Welcome thoughtful technical debate * Continuously improve their craft * Value teamwork over ego We believe the best ideas come from collaborative problem solving and a willingness to challenge assumptions with evidence. ## Related Videos - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Web APIs you might not know about](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/281-web-apis-you-might-not-know-about) - [Stop using Node.js like in 2020! What changed and what you can do today with Node.js](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100011-stop-using-node-js-like-in-2020-what-changed-and-what-you-can-do-today-with-node-js) - [Build and Deploy a Fullstack App with Open Source Tooling](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/775-build-and-deploy-a-fullstack-app-with-open-source-tooling) - [Project Fugu: Extending the web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/832-project-fugu-extending-the-web) ## Related Articles - [20 Essential Tools For Backend Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/218-20-essential-tools-for-backend-development) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [What’s the Difference Between Frontend and Backend Development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/240-what-s-the-difference-between-frontend-and-backend-development) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again)