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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director Platform/Backend Engineering - **Company:** Balbix, Inc. - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Adobe InDesign, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Information Engineering, Database Applications, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Rust (Programming Language), System Availability, Backend, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Golang - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/balbix/338cd36d-e23c-4a08-976b-3298cb74f8cf/apply ## About the Role * Able to take on very complex problems, learn quickly, iterate, and persevere toward a robust solution * Passionate about building truly usable and scalable systems * Collaborative and comfortable working across teams including data engineering, front end, product management, and DevOps * Responsible and like to take ownership of challenging problems * A good communicator, and facilitates teamwork via good documentation practices * Comfortable with ambiguity and thrive in designing algorithms for evolving needs * Intuitive in using the right type of designs to address different product needs * Curious about the world and your profession, and are a constant learner, * PhD, Master's or Bachelor's Degree in computer science * 12+ years of software development experience with at least 5 years of focus in frameworks/platform development * 5+ years of experience of managing development teams across different geographies on complex customer facing data-driven applications * 5+ years of experience in setting up effective development processes and mechanisms to deliver products * 5+ years experience in design, architecture and development of complex distributed systems and frameworks * 5+ years of programming experience in at least one language such as Java, C++, Go, Rust, Python etc * 5+ years of experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems * Experience working with product managers to develop short term and long term product roadmaps * Commitment to building and mentoring inclusive teams and team culture * Strong problem-solving skills, analytical capability and a pragmatic approach to business * Experience navigating through ambiguity of complex and dynamic customer needs while building a platform with high availability and scale * Strong communications skills to engage with cross functional teams, executives and customers ## Description * Lead the definition, design, architecture, implementation, and delivery of the backend/api platform * Build a cross-functional team of engineers in delivering backend for distributed applications * Establish development processes and best practices for backend engineering and be the change agent to foster innovation and improve developer productivity * Effectively track and manage changing priorities to bring clarity in priorities and balance long term projects with critical/urgent customer issues * Establish technical vision for backend product teams to meet strategic needs of Balbix and own end to end delivery and implementation plans * Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, vendors, auditors and regulators * Deliver scalable, performant and highly secure architecture that meets current and future business needs of products with a keen eye for COGS * Actively mentor Principal and Senior engineers to develop and groom talent ## Related Videos - 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