Senior Software Engineer, Test Core

The Ladders
United States
6 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$135,000.0 - $160,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Adobe InDesign Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Artificial Intelligence Code Review Software Debugging MongoDB Test Execution Engine TypeScript Grafana Backend Graphql

Job description

This role will focus on building and improving the backend systems that power testing operations, with an emphasis on reliability, performance, and correctness. You will own complex technical initiatives from design through production support, partnering closely with engineering peers to deliver scalable solutions. The position also involves simplifying internal systems and strengthening observability so teams can operate more effectively., * Own complex projects from concept to implementation and operation

  • Design and enhance backend systems, APIs, and data models for test execution
  • Improve runtime reliability, correctness, performance, and observability
  • Investigate production issues, identify root causes, and build robust solutions
  • Simplify and enhance existing systems and interfaces for engineering teams
  • Collaborate on cross-team systems problems and solutions
  • Provide feedback in design and code reviews and help guide other engineers

Requirements

  • 5-7 years of experience in backend system design and operations
  • Proven track record of independently delivering complex technical projects
  • Strong understanding of APIs and data modeling fundamentals
  • Proficient in debugging complex systems for reliability and performance
  • Ability to communicate technical decisions and collaborate effectively across teams
  • Familiarity with TypeScript, GraphQL, MongoDB, and observability tools
  • Open to leveraging AI tools to enhance work efficiency

Benefits & conditions

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with most premiums covered
  • 16 weeks fully-paid parental leave for new parents
  • Health and wellness stipend for employees
  • Remote workspace, internet, and cellphone stipend
  • Commuter benefits for local team members in certain cities
  • Matching 401(k) contributions with immediate vesting
  • Flexible PTO policy and 11 paid holidays
  • Virtual team-building activities and company-wide events

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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