**About Us** ============ Our client is revolutionizing legal technology with AI\-driven tools that enhance efficiency and accessibility for legal professionals. We're undertaking high\-impact technology transformation, partnering with a high\-volume immigration law firm to optimize workflows and streamline processes. Join us in building the future of legal tech, where impactful innovation meets user\-centric design. **Role Overview** ================= As a Staff Backend Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the backend systems that support our high\-volume, high\-availability platform. You’ll work closely with cross\-functional teams, including front\-end engineers, product managers, and executive leadership, to deliver backend solutions that are secure, efficient, and scalable. This role is perfect for someone with a strong foundation in backend development who is passionate about building systems that handle complex workflows and large data sets. **Key Responsibilities** ======================== * **Backend Development**: Design, implement, and optimize backend services and APIs that support high performance, scalability, and reliability. * **System Architecture**: Contribute to the design of a scalable and resilient backend architecture, making key decisions that impact the entire platform’s stability and performance. * **Data Management**: Build and maintain efficient data storage solutions, optimizing for large volumes and high throughput, and ensuring data integrity and security. * **Cross\-Functional Collaboration**: Work closely with front\-end engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and cohesive, high\-quality product delivery. * **Code Quality \& Best Practices**: Uphold high standards of code quality through peer reviews, automated testing, and adherence to best practices in software engineering. * **Troubleshooting \& Optimization**: Diagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks, scalability challenges, and complex technical issues as they arise. * **Advanced English skills.** **Technical Proficiency** ========================= Must have experience with several of the following: * **Programming Languages**: Advanced proficiency in Python, with experience in Java or similar languages a plus. * **API Development**: Expertise in designing and implementing RESTful, gRPC, or GraphQL APIs, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and security. * **Databases**: Strong experience with SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis), with a focus on data modeling, indexing, and optimization for high\-volume data. * **Cloud Platforms**: Proficiency with AWS, GCP, or Azure, including deploying and managing backend services in a cloud environment. * **Infrastructure as Code (IaC)**: Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or Pulumi for managing and automating cloud infrastructure. * **Microservices \& Containerization**: Expertise in designing microservices architectures and containerization with Docker and Kubernetes. * **CI/CD \& Testing**: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD) and experience with automated testing frameworks to ensure high reliability and stability. **Qualifications** ================== * **Experience**: 6–8 years in backend development, with a proven track record of building and maintaining large\-scale, production\-grade applications. * **Technical Expertise**: Deep knowledge of backend technologies, data storage solutions, and cloud infrastructure, with the ability to architect solutions that are performant and scalable. * **Problem\-Solving Skills**: Strong analytical skills, capable of diagnosing complex issues and delivering optimized solutions in high\-performance environments. * **Collaboration**: Experience working within a cross\-functional team and communicating technical solutions to stakeholders at various levels. * **Mentorship**: Commitment to fostering a collaborative team environment, sharing knowledge, and guiding junior engineers. **Perks and Benefits** ====================== * **Remote\-First Work Environment**: Enjoy the flexibility to work from anywhere, with a remote\-first setup that supports work\-life balance and productivity. * **Competitive Salary**: We offer a competitive salary to recognize and reward your skills and contributions. * **Unlimited Paid Time Off**: Take the time you need with an unlimited PTO policy, empowering you to recharge and maintain balance. * **Professional Development**: Access resources for growth, including conference passes, online courses, and training programs to support your career advancement. * **Home Office Stipend**: We provide a budget for setting up your home office with high\-quality equipment and tools. * **Latest Tech Gear**: Receive a top\-of\-the\-line laptop and any necessary peripherals to ensure you have the best tools to do your best work. * **Team Retreats and Virtual Events**: Participate in team\-building retreats and regular virtual gatherings to connect with colleagues and strengthen our culture. * **Parental Leave**: We offer paid parental leave to support you and your family during this important time. **The Selection Process** ========================= * Silver Recruiter Screen * Silver Technical Screen * CTO Interview * Live Coding Interview * System Design Interview Compensation Range: $80K \- $96K