> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4012256-senior-backend-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4012256-senior-backend-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 Engineer

- **Company:** Tangerine Search Inc
- **Location:** Oakland, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Databases, Continuous Integration, Distributed Systems, Monitoring of Systems, Node.Js, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, SQL Databases, TypeScript, Workflow Management Systems, Google Cloud, ReactJS, Backend, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Serverless Computing, Docker, Golang, Microservices
- **Published:** October 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/382a821a-79db-4465-bea4-ef4a2e4b31aa/senior-backend-engineer

## About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with deep experience in building and scaling backend systems. You'll be working on mission-critical systems, focusing on performance, scalability, and reliability. If you are passionate about building robust systems and want to have a major impact on the product's growth, this is the role for you., * 5+ years of professional backend development experience.

 * Expertise in Go (Golang) and Node.js.
 * Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and serverless architecture.
 * Solid understanding of microservices and distributed systems.
 * Familiarity with modern containerization tools like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
 * Strong knowledge of databases (SQL/NoSQL) and API design.
 * Comfortable with CI/CD, Git, and Agile methodologies.

Bonus Skills:

 * Experience with TypeScript and front-end frameworks like React.
 * Experience with GraphQL.
 * Knowledge of performance optimization and monitoring tools.

## Description

* Build, optimize, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Go (Golang) and Node.js.
 * Collaborate with frontend engineers to build full-stack applications that are highly performant and user-friendly.
 * Design and implement robust systems for managing data at scale.
 * Write clean, efficient, and testable code, and work to maintain high code quality standards.
 * Participate in architectural decision-making and mentor junior engineers.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production., * Join a dynamic team working on high-impact projects.
 * Work with the latest technologies and have ownership over key parts of the product.
 * A collaborative, innovative environment with a focus on quality and craftsmanship.

Work Environment: We offer a flexible hybrid work environment for our employees in the San Francisco Bay Area, South Bay, and Peninsula regions. This means you can enjoy the best of both worlds - working from home some days, while also having the option to come into the office to collaborate with your team.