Staff Backend Engineer - Virtual

• Defining and evolving the application architecture, domain model, workflows and business logic for the Benefits Intelligence module.
• Designing and building application services and APIs connecting Worklife with the Data Engine, including clear interface contracts, error handling, observability and operational ownership.
• Leading the technical integration of Data Engine capabilities into Worklife, adapting existing user-interface components and developing new administrative experiences where required.
• Establishing reusable full-stack engineering patterns for maintainability, security, testing, observability, deployment and operational efficiency.
• Translating emerging product concepts and business requirements into pragmatic technical options, independently evaluating trade-offs and driving implementation in partnership with Product and Architecture.
• Driving technical execution across Engineering, Product, UX, Data and platform teams; surface dependencies early and bring design and integration decisions to closure.
• Approving application architecture and domain model
• Producing production-ready APIs, services, workflows and user experiences
• Documenting interface contracts and integration patterns
• Automating tests, telemetry, runbooks and operational handoff
• Reusing engineering standards and reference implementations

• 6+ years of progressive software engineering experience, including ownership of complex production applications.
• Deep expertise in application data modeling, API design, and backend services, with proficiency in modern front-end development.
• Demonstrated 01 system design and build experience for complex B2B use cases and non-technical users.
• Product judgment and ability to convert ambiguity into clear technical decisions and incremental delivery.
• Experience integrating new application capabilities into established products and technology ecosystems, including adapting and extending existing services and UI components
• Independent execution of cross-functional technical leadership across multiple Engineering and Product teams without relying on formal authority.
• Demonstrated fluency with approved agentic coding practices and disciplined software engineering controls.
• Experience integrating application platforms with data or AI-enabled services.
• Experience improving observability, reliability and operational efficiency for production applications.

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

Salary Pay Range

Minimum : 180,000.00 USD

Maximum : 240,000.00 USD

Pay Transparency Statement: Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit: Wellbeing and Benefits Selector Page - Alight

At Alight, we believe a company’s success starts with its people. Alight embraces values that come directly from our people - purposeful, human, united and growth-minded - reflecting our inclusive culture and promise that our clients expect. We are passionate about connecting purpose with impact. Alight empowers clients to build a healthier and more financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health, wealth, wellbeing, navigation, and absence management.

Our Benefits

With a comprehensive total rewards package, Alight offers programs and plans that support your mind, body, wallet, and life. Benefits include health, dental and vision coverages starting Day One. Additionally, Alight colleagues enjoy wellbeing programs, retirement plans with contribution matching, generous time off, parental leave, continuing education, and career growth opportunities - all within a thriving global organization.

Flexible Working

So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and “Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs” 6 years in a row.

Great Place to Work

Thanks to the work of every colleague, Alight has received multiple awards of recognition including “Great Place to Work” for the past 7 years and Fortune’s “Best Companies to Work For.” To learn more about our company culture and awards Click Here.

We invite you to join our team! Learn more at careers.alight.com.

Alight is building Benefits Intelligence, powered by the Alight Data Engine, to help employers turn complex benefits data into meaningful insights and action., Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video. Please be aware that Alight is a camera-on culture and may require occasional travel to one of our physical office locations.

Our commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.