Lead Backend Software Engineer for Scalable Systems

5 days ago


San Francisco, California, United States Tbwa ChiatDay Inc Full time

At Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc, we are seeking a seasoned senior software engineer to join our team as a lead backend software engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems that support the growing needs of our product and platform.

About Us

We are a world-class digital healthcare platform empowering women and families to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. Our award-winning digital programs provide clinical, emotional, and financial support all in one platform, spanning fertility & family building, maternity & newborn care, parenting & pediatrics, and menopause & midlife.

About the Role

As a senior level software engineer at Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc, you will lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products and features that meet the needs of our customers and adhere to our quality standards. You will design, develop, and maintain highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems that support the growing opportunities in our product and platform systems.

Main Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems that support the growing needs of our product and platform.
  • Propose, design, develop and implement cloud-based solutions that ensure the agility, flexibility, and scalability of our systems.
  • Drive technical design discussions and provide guidance to team members on best practices, coding standards, and architecture principles.
  • Collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams to drive the development of new features and products, ensuring they meet the needs of our customers and adhere to our quality standards.
  • Mentor and guide mid-level engineers, helping to develop their technical skills and cultivate a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in backend development and platform architecture, with a proven track record of building highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems.
  • Experience designing and implementing complex distributed systems, including microservices architecture, containerization, and orchestration.
  • Strong expertise in developing cloud-based solutions, with hands-on experience in one or more cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, etc.), including infrastructure as code and serverless architectures.
  • Proficiency in multiple programming languages (Java, Python, Go, etc.)
  • Experience building distributed systems with microservices and relational and NoSQL databases.
  • Experience leading technical design discussions and providing guidance on best practices, coding standards, and architecture principles.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality code in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers.
Benefits and Perks

We offer a competitive salary range of $180,000 - $220,000 per year, depending on experience, plus additional benefits and perks such as flexible hybrid work model, professional development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.



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