Backend Engineer, Stripe

• We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in backend services, tooling and infrastructure
• As a member of our new generation globalization platform, we expect you to bring extensive experience that will serve as a solid foundation for our team
• Additionally, we want individuals with a strong product sense and emphasis on product quality, especially as this team will be responsible for defining what a great localized, native experience is for our users and maintaining a high bar
• Have 3+ years of backend engineering experience building services using programming languages such as Ruby, Java, or Go
• Proven experience in developing infrastructure solutions
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and integration with external vendors
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Focuses on the needs of our users, both internal and external

Desirable

• The Globalization Platform team plays a pivotal role in ensuring that Stripe products are accessible and user-friendly for customers worldwide
• This team is responsible for creating and maintaining the infrastructure required to localize our products and services across various languages and cultures
• By joining this team, you will contribute to providing a seamless experience for users across the globe and help expand Stripe’s global impact
• You will design, implement and maintain the platform for software internationalization at scale to drive widespread adoption among the engineering teams
• Design and build a comprehensive globalization infrastructure capable of supporting diverse clients, including services, UIs, and written communications. Ensure deep integration with CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous localization
• Enable seamless integration with external providers, such as translation management services, to streamline localization workflows
• Implement quality assurance mechanisms and robust processes to deliver an exceptional user experience, including regular assessments of platform efficiency
• Explore cutting-edge technologies, like AI/ML-based translations, to optimize localization turn-around time and cost-effectiveness
• Facilitate a smooth transition from the existing infrastructure to the new platform, minimizing disruptions and maintaining operational continuity