Senior Software Engineer, Platform (Backend)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Cribl. We are currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer, Platform (Backend) in United States.

We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join a dynamic, remote-first engineering team focused on building scalable, high-performance systems that process large-scale data in real time. This role offers the opportunity to shape technical direction, influence platform architecture, and contribute to both product and internal tooling. You will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to deliver robust APIs and backend solutions that delight users. The ideal candidate is passionate about distributed systems, cloud platforms, and mentoring teammates, thriving in a collaborative, fast-paced environment that values curiosity, innovation, and initiative.

Accountabilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize backend systems and APIs responsible for ingesting, processing, and routing large-scale data streams.
• Design and implement scalable, high-performing distributed systems with robust automated test coverage.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, product managers, and designers to translate feature specifications into high-quality code.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on system design, code quality, and best practices.
• Take end-to-end ownership of software components, including participation in on-call/support rotations.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal tools, processes, and platform capabilities.
• Research and implement solutions to complex technical challenges, balancing innovation with operational excellence.

• Demonstrated experience building backend systems for large-scale, data-intensive applications.
• Strong proficiency with Node.js, TypeScript, or similar technologies.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, distributed systems, and scalability principles.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), Docker, and Linux-based environments.
• Knowledge of networking, performance profiling, and debugging complex systems.
• Experience in Agile development and rapid iterative delivery.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• Strong sense of ownership, high-quality deliverables, and ability to mentor and collaborate effectively.
• Familiarity with open source contributions is a plus.

• Competitive annual salary: $180,000–$215,000, based on experience and location.
• Equity and eligibility for discretionary company-wide bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance.
• Paid holidays and flexible paid time off.
• 401(k) plan.
• Remote-first work environment with opportunities for professional growth and team collaboration.
• Inclusive, diverse, and supportive company culture that encourages innovation and individuality.

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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