Principal Backend Engineer, Blitz

• This role demands a highly skilled engineer with deep technical expertise in backend architecture and a proven ability to design and deliver complex, scalable systems
• 5+ years of experience in backend engineering, with a deep understanding of Rust programming and backend architecture
• Proficiency with Postgres, Redis, and experience in designing and optimizing database solutions for performance and scalability
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Sentry
• Expertise in cloud computing platforms (AWS/GCP), with a focus on efficient architecture and cost control
• Strong understanding of Git, GitHub, and CI/CD pipelines, including tools like CircleCI
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate ambiguity, proposing solutions that address both immediate needs and long-term goals
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence without authority across teams and leadership
• Proven track record of delivering scalable, high-performing backend solutions in cloud environments

Desirable

• As a Principal Backend Engineer, you will play a crucial role in architecting and developing robust, scalable backend systems that power our innovative applications
• You will collaborate closely with Frontend, Product, QA, and Data teams to ensure seamless integration and performance across our technology stack
• As a technical leader, your influence will shape the core of our products, ensuring they are reliable, efficient, and aligned with our company's long-term objectives
• Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of large-scale backend systems, focusing on scalability, reliability, and performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, frontend developers, and data scientists, to align backend solutions with business goals
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to backend engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and high performance
• Make key technical decisions on software architecture, infrastructure, and cloud deployments
• Drive and enforce best practices for coding, architecture, and operations, ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Contribute to strategic planning with leadership to influence product and engineering roadmaps
• Optimize cloud infrastructure to ensure efficient resource utilization and control costs