Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Ledger Engineering)

The Ladders
United States
10 days ago

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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