> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/506021-backend-software-engineer-software-architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/506021-backend-software-engineer-software-architecture). 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). --- # Backend Software Engineer - Software Architecture - **Company:** Pickle Robot Company - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $177,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Big Data, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Computer Programming, Distributed Systems, Middleware, Python (Programming Language), Messaging Application Programming Interface, Software Architecture, Service-Oriented Architecture, Data Streaming, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Real Time Systems, Concurrency, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Low Latency, Programming Languages - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0552651af0454efa ## About the Role Do you have experience in Technical solutions implementation?, * 5+ years of experience in backend or distributed systems engineering * Strong programming experience in Python * Proficiency in at least one other strongly typed language - C++ preferred, though others used in robotics (e.g., Rust, Go, Java) are welcome * Strong understanding of software architecture, concurrency, and distributed system design * Experience building or supporting event-driven systems, messaging frameworks, or service-oriented architectures * A clear communicator who can work independently and help teammates grow * Experience developing systems that interface with hardware, robotics, or real-world operational environments is a plus Stand-out candidates will have one or more of the following * Experience in robotics or an adjacent industry (hardware, low-latency systems) with a software architecture focus * Experience working across multiple programming languages * Experience with real-time systems * Experience managing large volumes of data * Deep knowledge of robotics middleware (e.g., ROS, Zenoh, DDS) * Deep knowledge of GPUs ## Description * Own the design and implementation of backend projects, working independently with strategic guidance. * Help the architect understand how data flows through the system - how it's stored, moved, and ultimately consumed * Design architectural solutions that keep the system maintainable over the long term. * Develop scalable, reliable, and performant systems using Python and/or C++ * Build and maintain event-driven, messaging-based architectures * Collaborate closely with robotics engineers to integrate backend systems with real-world workflows * Improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability across services * Share knowledge across the team and elevate engineering standards through code reviews and technical discussions ## Related Videos - [Robots are coming into the wild! Full-Stack Robotics Engineers, be ready!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/479-robots-are-coming-into-the-wild-full-stack-robotics-engineers-be-ready) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Developer’s Perspective: Overview of the Tezos Blockchain Ecosystem](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/237-developer-s-perspective-overview-of-the-tezos-blockchain-ecosystem) - [Full-stack role-based authorization in 45 minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/312-full-stack-role-based-authorization-in-45-minutes) - [Car's are Technology on Wheels - Impact of Software and IT Competence in Automotive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/780-car-s-are-technology-on-wheels-impact-of-software-and-it-competence-in-automotive) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 102 - Race conditions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/386-dev-digest-102-race-conditions) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology)