[Hiring] Senior Backend Engineer @8am

Role Description

• Engage in technical discussions and design of new solutions and architectures
• Collaborate with our product team on new and existing features to improve user experience and usability
• Determine feasibility & scalability of front end solutions and guide the technical design accordingly
• Own the implementation of new features
• Work to improve processes and technologies
• Mentor and pair with other developers on the team
• Contribute to code reviews with other engineers in order to maintain and improve quality
• Deploy and manage applications, including static frontend applications, in AWS alongside our operations team

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent work experience
• 7+ years of work experience
• Experience in Ruby/Rails
• Experience writing automation
• Experience building JSON APIs
• Experience using Kubernetes, Helm, and Docker
• Experience building and deploying production-grade web applications at scale
• Experience solving large-application/user-level problems, performance, scalability, etc.
• Well-rounded knowledge of distributed systems and software architecture
• Experience with SQL, and familiarity with databases such as Postgres or MySql
• Proficient at debugging sophisticated problems using interactive development tools, logs, and/or IDE
• Experience guiding and mentoring developers of varying experience levels
• This position is preferably based in Austin, Texas

Benefits

• Health Insurance Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, including a 100% company-paid HDHP plan for employees
• Financial perks: Competitive compensation and benefits package including annual bonuses, equity options and 401(k) or RRSP if in Canada, with a company match for all team members
• Time for what matters: Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, and a parental leave program for new parents
• Wellness: Wellness stipends, mental health support, and one-on-one nutrition coaching
• Learning and Development: Continuous learning through 8am.edu, leadership programs, professional development funds, and individually focused talent development
• Giving back to the communities around us: Participate in our charitable matching gift program, paid time off for volunteer service, and company-sponsored volunteer events (both local and virtually)
• Engagement: Virtual and in-person team-building events, quarterly award recognition through our Rise & Shine Award of Excellence Program, and our peer-to-peer appreciation platform

Company Description

At 8am, our vision is to power a world where professionals thrive. We start every day on a mission to empower professionals with the most trusted, innovative technology to deliver world-class outcomes for their clients and exceptional financial results for their business.

• Founded in 2005
• More than 250,000 professionals across the U.S. trust 8am
• Recognized as one of Inc 5000’s fastest growing companies in the U.S. for 13 years in a row