Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Ledger Engineering)
The Ladders
United States
10 days ago
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Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Compensation
$204,000.0 - $264,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
Tech stack
Amazon Web Services
Distributed Systems
Python (Programming Language)
MySQL
System Programming
System Availability
Apache Spark
Backend
Kotlin
Kubernetes
Job description
- Set long-term technical strategy aligned with impactful business projects
- Collaborate across product development stages to assess technical sustainability and risks
- Advocate for operational processes and technical solutions, acting as a team force-multiplier
- Manage team operations and system availability through effective monitoring and response strategies
- Foster a team culture of quality through code and design standards, promoting beyond the immediate team
- Mentor and develop team talent by providing ongoing feedback and leading by example
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in backend system design and development using Python or Kotlin
- Proven track record with highly available distributed systems on AWS, MySQL, Spark, and Kubernetes
- Relevant experience in financial systems where data accuracy and reliability are essential
- Ability to deliver significant system features and components through clear technical execution plans
- Familiarity with navigating complex architectures from low-level programming to system-wide perspectives
- Demonstrated history of providing constructive feedback and collaborating effectively with peers
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional teamwork
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience
Benefits & conditions
- 100% subsidized health care coverage for you and your dependents
- Generous stipends for technology, food, lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses
- Competitive vacation and holiday schedules for rest and recovery
- Employee stock purchase plan offering shares at a discounted rate
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification-your background could be exactly what this team needs.
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