Software Engineer - Backend
MotherDuck5 days ago
Seattle, WA, USA +2 moreEntry Level / Mid Level
H1B Sponsor
Base Salary
$140k - $250k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable backend services using Go and C++.
- Build and evolve critical systems related to metadata, authentication, and access control.
- Optimize for performance, reliability, and maintainability.
- Collaborate with engineers on architectural decisions and technical direction.
- Investigate and resolve production issues and participate in on-call rotation.
- Work closely with product and frontend teams to ensure cohesive user experiences.
Requirements
- Hands-on experience with distributed systems, preferably using Go, C++, or similar languages.
- Strong understanding of performance, latency, and fault tolerance in production environments.
- Familiarity with API design, observability practices, and production debugging.
- Product-focused mindset and willingness to explore unfamiliar areas.
- Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly and collaborate across teams.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and stock options.
- 100% paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees, plus 80% for dependents.
- Flexible PTO for personal time off.
- 401k plan for future planning.
- Hybrid work environment for optimal productivity.
Tech Stack
C++Go
Categories
BackendData Engineering