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Senior Backend Engineer - Device Platform

Verkada builds an integrated, cloud-based platform for physical security across video, access control, sensors, alarms, workplace tools, and intercoms. The company is looking for an experienced Senior Backend Engineer to architect and implement scalable backend services for its device platform and to help lead and grow the Core Platform team.

Skills

  • 6+ years building backend systems in industry
  • Mastery in at least one server language (Python or Go)
  • Experience with distributed systems and large-scale architectures
  • Working knowledge of Redis and DynamoDB or similar key-value stores
  • Experience with relational databases (Postgres, MySQL)
  • Proven ability to design microservices and manage high concurrency
  • Strong written and verbal communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to work onsite five days per week

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable distributed systems to support hundreds of thousands of devices
  • Develop and operate high-concurrency key-value and relational data stores (Redis, DynamoDB, Postgres/MySQL)
  • Create and deploy microservices in a modern service-oriented architecture
  • Drive architecture and technical design decisions across platform projects
  • Mentor and grow junior engineers, providing technical leadership and guidance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, production-grade services

Education

  • Degree in Computer Science or related technical field
  • Equivalent practical industry experience considered

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage with strong employer premium contributions
  • HSA with employer contributions and FSA options
  • Expanded mental health support
  • Paid parental leave and fertility benefits
  • Flexible PTO, paid holidays, and firmwide extended holidays
  • Professional development stipend
  • Wellness/fitness benefits and daily healthy lunches
  • Commuter benefits
  • Visa sponsorship/transfer support when applicable
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DATE POSTED
October 18, 2025
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