Senior Backend Engineer (Remote, US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Backend Engineer in the United States.

We are seeking a skilled Senior Backend Engineer to design, build, and maintain the core services powering a modern insurance platform. You will be responsible for developing scalable, reliable, and efficient backend systems that integrate with internal and external services, handle complex data workflows, and provide robust APIs for front-end and business applications. This role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical features, improve system performance, and mentor other engineers in a remote-first, collaborative environment. You will play a key role in shaping the technical architecture and ensuring a seamless experience for both internal teams and end users.

Accountabilities:

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will:

• Develop and maintain backend systems and APIs that power core platform functionality.
• Integrate with internal tools and external services to streamline business and engineering processes.
• Implement systemic changes to align existing systems with current architectural goals and best practices.
• Collaborate on architectural decisions, including service design, deployment strategies, and technology choices.
• Work with data providers to manage real-time information flows and enhance system reliability.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to other engineers while contributing to knowledge-sharing and team growth.
• Participate in daily stand-ups, code reviews, and retrospectives to maintain high-quality engineering practices.

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 4 years of professional experience building backend web applications.
• Strong expertise in Go and experience developing production-grade systems.
• Proven ability to deliver complete systems independently, with a focus on scalability, stability, and performance.
• Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure and data tools (GCP, BigQuery, Cloud Functions, Postgres, etc.).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and test automation frameworks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Analytical problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote-first, collaborative environment.

• Competitive salary range: $145,600 – $163,800 USD (full range $145,600 – $218,400 USD based on experience).
• Remote-first culture with flexible work hours.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including life and disability options.
• Paid parental leave (up to 8 weeks) and additional leave for birthing parents.
• 401(k) company contribution (3% of gross income).
• Home office stipend ($1,500) and $2,000 annual professional development fund.
• Wellness program stipend ($50/month) and paid volunteer service hours.
• Referral programs and performance-based incentives.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.
Thank you for your interest!

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