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Senior Backend Engineer

Senior Backend Engineer

Pivotal SolutionsPhiladelphia, PA, US
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Senior Backend Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Engineer with strong Java expertise to join our growing engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of building scalable, resilient, and high-performance backend systems. This individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, helping shape the future of our products and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software.

Key responsibilities include :

  • Design and development of highly scalable and fault-tolerant systems using Java.
  • Ensuring system responsiveness and efficiency by identifying bottlenecks and resolving performance issues.
  • Maintaining and enforcing code quality through reviews, automating tests, and mentorship.
  • Participating in CI / CD pipeline design and optimization.
  • Working closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and implement features and improvements.
  • Providing guidance to junior engineers, participating in knowledge-sharing sessions, and contributing to the technical vision and direction of the company.
  • Researching and recommending new technologies or solutions that can enhance product quality and user experience.
  • Ensuring proper documentation for codebase and architectural decisions.

Required qualifications include :

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of professional backend development experience.
  • Proficiency in Java and related frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Hibernate).
  • Experience with microservices architecture and API design.
  • Solid understanding of relational databases, such as MySQL or PostgreSQL.
  • Familiarity with modern CI / CD tools and practices.
  • Strong understanding of distributed systems and scalability challenges.

    • Preferred qualifications include :

  • Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • Additional experience.
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