Job Title: SRX - Sr. Backend Engineer

Company Name: Empirical

Job Details: RemoteFull,Time

Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/qj7of0p5zrvqbn01

Job Description: Posted 1d agoSRX - Sr. Backend Engineer@ EmpiricalView All JobsWebsiteSouth America or North AmericaRemoteFull TimeResponsibilities:Designing APIs, Building scalable services, Managing data modelsRequirements Summary:5+ years in software development; server-side focus; API design; data models; data processing; GoLang preferred (3+ years) or Java/Rust; PostgreSQL experience; API design and patterns; CI/CD, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes a plus.Technical Tools Mentioned:Go, Java, Rust, PostgreSQL, MySQL, GraphQL, CI/CD, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes
IMPORTANT: At the moment we are only considering candidates located in Latin America. Please do not apply if you are not located in Latin America.About EmpiricalEmpirical empowers early and growth stage tech companies to create the right products in the right way by providing two pivotal services:Product & Technology Leadership: Our clients entrust critical decisions to our network of top-tier US-based CTOs and CPOs. We provide fractional, project, or advisory based support, combining highly experienced talent with a flexible approach.Product Development Teams: We provide our clients with high performing, senior product development talent through a scalable staff augmentation model and ongoing support. We focus on Latin America to find exceptional talent, with time zone and cultural compatibility.We are proud to be a people first company, where we prioritize building meaningful, long lasting human connections with clients and team members alike, while embracing diversity and uniqueness. With this foundation and our focus on talent, we help create great products that people love.Our valuesCare about people firstStrive to add value alwaysLead with integrityHave fun every step of the wayThe OpportunityOur client, a rapidly growing, venture-backed Health-Tech company, is developing a next-generation platform that is transforming how companies administer and manage pharmacy benefits. Their unified technology platform delivers real-time, actionable insights that drive cost savings, power clinical services, and provide an exceptional customer experience.Your qualifications and experience5+ years of experience in software development, particularly on server-side applications, including API design, data models, and data processingExpertise in a compiled language — (GoLang preferred 3+ years, Java, Rust any other)Proficiency with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, including schema design, SQL tuning, and monitoring. Optionally MySQL or others.Strong experience designing and implementing scalable APIs, along with a solid understanding of design patterns, database architecture, and testing best practicesWorking knowledge of GraphQL APIs, CI/CD pipelines, AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes is a plusWhat we expect from you100% alignment with our core values!Ability to take ownership of projects from start to finishStrong collaboration and communication skillsAttention to detail and a passion for creating great user experiencesComfortable communication through Slack and participating in key Agile ceremonies.What we offerRemote/flexible workHighly competitive compensation in US dollarsOpportunities for personal and professional development; mentorship, coaching and training as neededOngoing, 40 hours per week dedicationThe opportunity to be part of an amazing, multicultural community of tech expertsWhy work with us?We pride ourselves on our core values and have proven that putting people first creates a thriving and collaborative work environment.We seek to accommodate and balance individual needs with client needs, understanding each one of us is unique.We offer benefits such as remote/flexible work, selective paid training, mentorship programs, referral programs and more.We are selective in the projects we take on to ensure our teams are engaged in challenging, meaningful, enjoyable opportunities that will provoke creativity, innovation and growth!