Sr. Backend Engineer (Remote)

Sr. Backend Engineer (Remote)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Sr. Backend Engineer (Remote) in United States.

In this role, you will contribute to building next-generation cloud detection systems that protect organizations from sophisticated attacks. You will develop high-performance backend services capable of processing billions of events with minimal latency while working closely with security researchers and cross-functional engineering teams. This position offers the autonomy to architect, build, and improve distributed systems at global scale while exploring cutting-edge technologies. You will participate in continuous innovation, solve complex challenges in cloud security, and help design systems that stop breaches before they occur. This role requires passion for scalable architectures, deep technical expertise, and a collaborative mindset.

Accountabilities

• Design and develop backend services ranging from prototypes to large-scale production systems for advanced cloud threat detection.
• Build and optimize distributed, cloud-based platforms capable of analyzing massive multi-cloud event streams.
• Collaborate with engineers, data specialists, and security researchers to translate detection concepts into scalable implementations.
• Drive architectural improvements, iterate on performance, and enhance system reliability and user experience.
• Mentor and be mentored within a high-trust engineering environment, contributing to shared knowledge and technical growth.
• Continuously evaluate new technologies, advocate best practices, and contribute to the team’s technical evolution.
• Take ownership of projects end-to-end, ensuring high-quality code, testing standards, and strong documentation.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience in data structures, algorithms, or distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of scalability challenges including sharding, concurrency, partitioning, and distributed architectures.
• Experience following engineering best practices including testing, code reviews, CI/CD, and resilient system design.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, iterative, and collaborative engineering environments.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality software reliably and on schedule.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Experience with one or more technologies from the stack: Go (Golang), AWS/GCP/Azure, Kubernetes, Kafka, Cassandra, Redis, Docker, Git.
• Bonus: open-source contributions, familiarity with security engineering, experience with compilers or language design, or notable personal projects/hobbies.

Benefits

• Remote-friendly work environment with flexible arrangements.
• Competitive compensation and equity awards.
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs.
• Generous vacation, holidays, and recharge time.
• Paid parental and adoption leave.
• Career development programs and access to learning resources.
• Employee resource groups, volunteer opportunities, and a supportive community.
• Vibrant office spaces available for those who prefer hybrid work.
• Salary range for U.S. candidates: $140,000 – $215,000 plus bonus and equity eligibility.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!