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Senior Backend Software Developer, Cloud, Data and Platforms

Life360 is a remote-first company building family-focused location and safety products used by millions globally. The Data Enablement team owns high-throughput reusable cloud platforms; they are seeking a Senior Backend Software Developer to build and operate scalable data ingest and platform services using Java, Go, Kafka and related cloud tooling.

Skills

  • Strong Java experience (Spring Boot preferred)
  • Experience with Go as a backend language
  • Familiarity with streaming/queuing systems (Kafka, NSQ) and Kafka Connect
  • Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases (MySQL, Postgres, DynamoDB, MongoDB, Apache Pinot)
  • Experience deploying and operating services on Kubernetes and container platforms
  • Knowledge of authentication/authorization patterns (JWT, public-key encryption)
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and CI/CD workflows

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain high-frequency sensor data ingest pipelines using Java, Go, Kafka and Kafka Connect
  • Enhance and support authorization/authentication systems (JWTs and related crypto)
  • Monitor service health, propose improvements and deploy your services
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on initiatives and technical specs
  • Maintain and improve service level objectives (SLOs) and reliability targets
  • Automate deployments and validation with CI/CD and testing suites

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience

Benefits

  • Competitive base pay and equity
  • Medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans (100% paid for US employees)
  • 401(k) with company match (US) and RRSP with DPSP (Canada)
  • Flexible PTO plus 12 company-wide days off
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental wellness resources
  • Learning & Development programs and remote work equipment reimbursement
  • Free Life360 Platinum Membership
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BENEFITS & PERKS
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Vision Insurance
Family Medical Leave
Paid Holidays
FUNDING
SENIORITY LEVEL REQUIREMENT
TEAM SIZE
SALARY RANGE
$123,000/yr - $180,500/yr
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time, remote
DATE POSTED
November 2, 2025
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