Senior Backend Engineer at Astra | Remote

Senior Backend EngineerLocation: Remote (US)Type: Full-timeExperience: 5+ yearsAbout AstraAt Astra, we are a dynamic engineering team dedicated to crafting mission-critical financial infrastructure. Our innovative fintech platform efficiently manages payment processing, fraud detection, and financial compliance for enterprises handling over $100 million in t…

Join MultiBank Group, a pioneering force in global finance since 2005, originally founded in California and now headquartered in Dubai, UAE. We are dedicated to providing innovative trading technology, unmatched liquidity, and superb customer service. Our diverse portfolio of financial products includes Forex, Metals, Shares, Indices, Commodities, and Cryptocurrency CFDs.Become a part of our vibrant community of over 2 million clients across 100 countries, engaging in a remarkable daily trading volume that exceeds US$ 35 billion. Recognized as a highly regulated entity under the supervision of over 17 financial regulators across five continents and honored with more than 70 financial awards, MultiBank Group is committed to fostering innovation, driving excellence, and empowering our clients to realize their financial aspirations.Role OverviewWe are on the lookout for a skilled Backend Engineer who possesses a robust background in fintech and trading systems development. The ideal candidate will demonstrate extensive expertise in designing, integrating, and maintaining large-scale backend architectures specifically tailored for CFD, FX, and crypto trading platforms.This position demands a highly analytical and detail-oriented engineer capable of constructing scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems. You will collaborate closely with architects, product managers, and operations teams to deliver a resilient infrastructure that supports MultiBank’s global trading ecosystem.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain scalable backend solutions for CFD, FX, and crypto trading platforms.Collaborate with architects, product managers, and engineering teams to create robust, secure, and efficient systems.Implement server-side architectures that emphasize performance, security, and reliability.Develop high-throughput applications employing concurrent and reactive programming methodologies.Prioritize non-functional requirements such as performance optimization, scalability, and security.Estimate development efforts, define project scopes, and deliver outcomes within agreed timeframes.Write and maintain technical documentation for backend systems and integrations.Test, debug, and optimize backend applications to ensure stability and responsive performance.

Join our dynamic Platform team at Zerion as a Senior Backend Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will shape and enhance the backend architecture that powers our products and customer solutions.Your responsibilities will include designing and managing distributed systems, engaging with Web3 infrastructure, and collaborating closely with product and platform engineers to create reliable and scalable solutions.We prize strong ownership, meticulous system design, and an unwavering commitment to code quality. If you thrive in building robust systems, moving swiftly without compromising on quality, and leveraging modern tools (including AI) to enhance efficiency, we would love to have you on our team.

Join our innovative team as a Senior Backend Engineer at Pindrop. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to design, develop, and maintain backend systems that enhance our cutting-edge technology solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software that meets the demands of our clients.

Join our dynamic team at reteam as a Backend Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining our innovative backend systems. This position is fully remote, enabling you to collaborate with talented professionals from across the nation.In this role, you will work on exciting projects, contribute to architectural decisions, and enhance system performance. We are looking for a passionate engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to tackle new challenges.

About RemoteRemote is addressing the significant challenge faced by modern organizations: navigating global employment with compliance and simplicity. We empower businesses of all sizes to recruit, compensate, and manage international teams seamlessly. Our team, guided by core values and a forward-thinking culture, is dedicated to tackling ambitious problems asynchronously from diverse locations across six continents (with Antarctica still to come!). All of our roles are fully remote.Innovation is one of our fundamental principles, and we have integrated Automation and AI capabilities into every role's requirements.We invite all members of the Remote team to contribute their unique talents, experiences, and cultures to help us craft a best-in-class HR platform. If you are energetic, curious, motivated, and ambitious, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of work!The PositionYou will collaborate with a talented group of engineers across Frontend, Backend, SRE, and QA disciplines. Our teams are structured into cross-functional units dedicated to specific business verticals.This opportunity spans various teams, and we will determine your team placement based on business needs and your preferences during the interview.No matter which team you join, your focus will be on developing tools, APIs, and integrations for one of our products.Our backend technology stack includes Elixir and Phoenix, supported by a Postgres database. For our front-end, we use React and Next.js. We utilize GitLab for version control, issue tracking, and CI/CD. Our applications are hosted on AWS, and we rely on our CI for deployments, which occur multiple times daily.What This Role Offers YouEngaging and impactful challenges — your contributions will enable individuals and businesses to thrive globally.The chance to significantly influence the company — we are still in the early stages of our journey, and each modification you make will resonate with our growth.

At Skylight, our mission is to revolutionize family connectivity through innovative technology. Our flagship products, including Skylight Frame and Skylight Calendar, are cherished by millions around the world. With a steadfast commitment to customer care, we have successfully grown from a small school project to generating over $190 million in annual revenue, all without external funding. Join us as we strive to enhance family life and deepen connections.We are seeking a talented Senior Backend Engineer who possesses extensive experience in developing reliable and scalable systems, along with a genuine passion for crafting meaningful products that resonate with users. You will excel at designing and maintaining robust APIs, optimizing backend infrastructure, and collaborating with engineers across multiple technologies as well as cross-functional teams, including retail, customer support, and data analytics. Your knack for simplifying complex technical challenges will be invaluable.Your specific projects, organizational placement, title, and compensation will be tailored to your experience, expertise, and interests, aligning them with Skylight’s objectives. We pride ourselves on matching the right talent with the right opportunities. Familiarity with our technology stack (Ruby on Rails, JavaScript/TypeScript Lambdas, modern Rails/Ruby versions, and fast, well-tested applications) is important. Our core expectations are straightforward: a solid engineering foundation, a desire to take ownership of significant systems, and a commitment to delivering outstanding results.Key Requirements:Enthusiasm for being part of a driven and capable team that makes a substantial impact with each member.A proven history of architecting, implementing, testing, and maintaining dependable backend services.Exceptional communication skills, both in coding and in dialogue, facilitating in-depth technical discussions across various teams and technology stacks.Collaborative spirit to work closely with non-technical stakeholders to design and implement features that delight customers and support our thriving bootstrapped business.A strong aptitude for enhancing system functionalities and a desire to leave your work in a better state than you found it.Preferred Qualifications:A quirky fondness for goats, our unofficial backend team mascot.Benefits Include:We offer a competitive compensation package, which encompasses:Attractive Salary + Equity Opportunities401K MatchingBudgets for Wellness, Learning, and Home Office SetupHealth, Dental, and Vision InsuranceSignificant autonomy in directing your workUnlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)Company holidays on the first Friday of each month (excluding November & December)Equal Opportunity EmployerSkylight is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

About UsWelcome to DuckDuckGo, a leader in online privacy protection and a remote-first team of over 300 dedicated professionals committed to elevating the standard of trust on the internet. Established in 2008 and achieving profitability since 2014, we now generate annual revenues exceeding $100 million USD. Our browser is beloved by millions across platforms including Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android. Our search engine and DuckDuckGo subscription service are designed with user privacy at the forefront. Our culture embraces trust, inclusivity, and empowered collaboration, allowing every team member to own their projects from inception to completion. If you are looking for a role that grants you complete ownership of your work, you’ve found the right place!Your RoleAs a vital member of our Backend Functional Team, you will spearhead intricate projects that align with our key business objectives. Utilizing Perl (Version 5), Go, and Node.js, you’ll craft practical, efficient, and testable code that performs consistently. Recent initiatives you may work on include:Integrating AI-assisted answers into our Search product while upholding our commitment to user privacy.Enhancing Duck.ai to position it as a competitive AI chat alternative for both free and premium users.Developing advanced data processing pipelines to sustain search relevance.In your capacity as a Senior Backend Engineer, you will work collaboratively with your peers in a remote setting, tackling product issues that affect our comprehensive privacy solution, regardless of their scale. As you progress, you will also mentor fellow engineers, fostering their professional development and contributing to the growth of the Backend Team at DuckDuckGo.

Join Archive as a Senior Backend Engineer and play a pivotal role in enhancing our software solutions. In this fully remote position, you will collaborate with a talented team to design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems that power our innovative products. We value creativity, expertise, and a passion for technology.

Landbot creates AI-powered SaaS tools designed to help businesses offer better user experiences. As a remote-first company, Landbot brings together people who value strong engineering, thoughtful product development, and customer satisfaction. Team Values Empathy and respect: Diversity and understanding are seen as drivers of innovation. Customer focus: Progress is measured by real impact, not vanity metrics. Collaboration: Decisions are shared, and teamwork shapes ideas. Unity: Trust and psychological safety support growth across teams. Open debate: Team members discuss options openly, then fully support the chosen direction. Accountability: High standards and resilience guide continuous improvement. Adaptability: Curiosity and ongoing learning help the team stay agile. Challenging assumptions: Questioning the status quo encourages progress. Role overview The Senior Backend Engineer role blends hands-on backend development with technical leadership. This position helps shape technical direction, ensuring solutions are scalable and maintainable, and supports Landbot’s broader mission. What you will do Demonstrate Landbot’s values and mindset in daily work. Translate product requirements into clear technical plans. Promote engineering excellence and support the growth of teammates. Help keep the team motivated and focused on meaningful results for users. Work closely with Product to align business goals with technical strategies. Guide decisions that balance quick wins with sustainable architecture. Design and improve systems to handle growing traffic, complex data, and AI-driven features. Write clean, maintainable code and advocate for quality improvements. Mentor peers through code reviews and collaborative problem-solving. Location This is a remote position.

Join Our Team as a Backend Engineer At Clerkie, we are redefining financial wellness through cutting-edge artificial intelligence solutions. Since our inception in 2018, our mission has been to empower the 123 million underserved Americans seeking financial guidance. Our innovative app has evolved into a robust platform that combines consumer support with advanced B2B software solutions, aiding creditors in managing loan losses while helping borrowers regain financial stability. As a remote-first organization with over 40 dedicated professionals across four time zones in the United States, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. With $41 million raised in funding, including a $33 million Series A in early 2023, we are backed by prominent investors such as Citi Ventures, Left Lane Capital, and others. The Role We are seeking a talented Backend Engineer who is eager to take ownership of vital systems in a dynamic environment. This position is perfect for individuals with a solid foundation in backend development who are ready to make a significant impact. You will be instrumental in building the infrastructure that supports both our internal and external product experiences. At Clerkie, our engineers enjoy a high level of autonomy and responsibility. You will collaborate across teams, contribute to critical technical decisions, and help maintain the reliability of our platform as we grow. This role allows you to influence the evolution of our systems as we continue to innovate. Your Responsibilities Design, develop, and sustain backend services. Enhance system reliability, performance, and scalability. Engage in technical design discussions and contribute to decision-making processes. Support feature development across the entire platform. Increase visibility into system health and performance metrics. Work collaboratively to ensure a seamless user experience. Contribute to engineering best practices and maintain documentation. Recent Projects by the Engineering Team Scaled backend systems to accommodate growing enterprise demands. Developed new infrastructure for partner integrations. Enhanced system observability and reliability in production. Supported key product initiatives linked to revenue growth. Worked closely with leadership to define technical direction.

At Honor Technology, we are on a transformative mission to revolutionize the care for older adults. As pioneers in aging care innovation, we provide advanced technology, essential tools, and comprehensive services that empower seniors to lead fulfilling lives independently. Our flagship consumer care brand, Home Instead, Inc., stands as the world's foremost provider of in-home care for the elderly, operating a vast global franchise network with over 100,000 Care Professionals delivering more than 50 million hours of personalized care each year.Together, Honor and Home Instead are redefining standards for aging in place through cutting-edge technology, compassionate support, and a commitment to enabling aging on one’s own terms.Join our team and help us create an enhanced aging experience for our clients, their families, and our dedicated Care Professionals.Role Overview:You are passionate about developing impactful systems that make a difference in the real world.Your creativity and curiosity drive you to think innovatively and explore new solutions.You excel in diverse, cross-functional teams, collaborating with design, product management, data analysis, and care operations.You bring a builder’s mindset, nurturing systems from conception to operation.You value knowledge sharing, mentoring peers, and fostering an inclusive engineering culture.Your communication skills are exceptional, enabling you to convey complex ideas in a clear and actionable manner to both technical and non-technical audiences.What We’re Looking For:Proven backend engineering experience with a solid history of building and maintaining production systems.Expertise in designing relational data models and managing databases at scale.Familiar with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and service-oriented architectures.Experience in API design, distributed systems, and backend performance optimization.Proficient in Python or have comparable backend experience with a willingness to learn Python.About the Role:You will be instrumental in developing core services that facilitate how families find care and enhance how Care Professionals perform their duties—systems that are essential to fulfilling Honor’s mission.Depending on your interests and expertise, you may join one of the following teams:Workforce Team — Focused on systems that support Care Professionals through hiring, scheduling, and workforce optimization.

Join our innovative team at natter as a Senior Backend Engineer! We are looking for a passionate engineer to help us build scalable backend systems and contribute to our growing projects. If you thrive in a collaborative and remote environment, we want to hear from you!

Role overview Turnitin LLC is hiring a Senior Backend Software Engineer to help build and maintain backend systems for our educational platform. This is a fully remote position based in the USA. The role focuses on designing, developing, and supporting backend services that power tools used by educators and students. What you will do Design and develop backend systems to support Turnitin's platform Maintain and improve existing services for better scalability and performance Work closely with team members to deliver reliable features and enhancements Location Remote within the USA. The company is headquartered in Chicago.

Role overview Scribe seeks a Senior Backend Software Engineer to strengthen and expand our recording technologies. This remote position centers on designing, building, and refining backend systems that drive high-performance applications. What you will do Create and enhance backend features supporting Scribe's recording products Improve application performance and ensure reliability Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business goals into scalable technical solutions Uphold strong code quality and follow established engineering practices Requirements Proven experience developing and maintaining backend systems Ability to work effectively with product, design, and engineering colleagues Dedication to writing clean, maintainable code

Join Openly as a Senior Backend Engineer and play a pivotal role in developing innovative solutions that enhance our platform. As a key member of our engineering team, you will contribute to the design and implementation of backend systems that drive our business forward.

At Rescale, we are at the forefront of engineering and scientific innovation. As the leading force in digital engineering, we are revolutionizing product development through intelligent automation, applied AI, data management, and the integration of the world’s most extensive network of engineering and R&D applications. Becoming a part of Rescale means joining a diverse, collaborative, and mission-driven team committed to accelerating innovation across various industries, including aerospace, energy, life sciences, and manufacturing. We tackle complex challenges that traditional high-performance computing (HPC) cannot resolve, and we are searching for passionate, inquisitive individuals to help drive the next wave of breakthroughs.We are looking for a systems-oriented Backend Software Engineer to join our dynamic team!Your Impact:Lead the end-to-end delivery of crucial functionalities for our customers while rapidly iterating on new product concepts.Collaborate with your teammates to develop and uphold quality automation processes for building and testing our primary customer-facing platform.Enhance and maintain vital components of the product, including identity management, elastic cloud workstations, and workflow automation.Qualifications:Minimum of 2 years of experience in developing and operating robust backend systems in production environments.Strong expertise or keen interest in web performance optimization, deployment, and scaling of web applications using cloud services, and application security.A high level of enthusiasm for supporting both rapid proof-of-concept prototypes and robust, mission-critical components for internal and external stakeholders.Ability to navigate ambiguity with a user-first mindset and to devise practical technical solutions.Flexibility and commitment to collaborate in a team environment to deliver outstanding software.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.At Rescale, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are vital to our success. We are dedicated to creating an environment where:Everyone is welcomed and valued.We show up authentically and encourage others to do the same.

At Duna, we view our organization as an evolving product, striving to cultivate a transparent and ambitious workplace culture. We aim to be the environment where you can truly excel in your work.Our goal is to transform identity for the global economy. We are proud to be supported by esteemed investors, including Index Ventures, alongside founders and executives from renowned companies like Stripe, Adyen, Notion, Remote, Qonto, Framer, Anthropic, Mollie, OpenAI, and Goldman Sachs.Your role here may not always fit a conventional job description, so we have provided a concise overview.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain backend systems that are clean, testable, and efficient.Design scalable APIs and infrastructure suitable for high-trust environments.Provide insights on testing, quality assurance, and sustainable code maintenance.Address complex product challenges with a user-centric approach.Influence and enhance our engineering practices and technical culture.QualificationsStrong systems thinking capability – understanding long-term system behavior over individual features.Excellent communication skills with a knack for simplifying complex concepts and collaborating effectively.Eagerness to learn and thrive in ambiguous situations.A naturally curious mindset.Ambitious and driven.A commitment to kindness.Our tech stack consists of Node.js + TypeScript, Event Sourcing, Express, Postgres, RabbitMQ, Kubernetes, AWS. While experience with these technologies is beneficial, we are more focused on your problem-solving approach and ability to deliver solutions.At Duna, we are committed to hiring passionate individuals from diverse backgrounds. We value potential, growth, and unique perspectives. If this role excites you and you have a builder's spirit, eager to create exceptional products alongside talented individuals, we would love to connect with you.

Join Our Team as a Backend Engineer! At Nexthire, we're on a mission to revolutionize the legal industry through the power of generative AI. As a rapidly expanding AI product company, we proudly serve many of the top law firms across the nation with our innovative solutions. As a Backend Engineer, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team of developers who are passionate about creating impactful products. In this role, you'll have the chance to engage in projects such as fine-tuning large language models (LLMs), developing sophisticated data processing pipelines, and optimizing distributed services. Don't worry, you won't have to tackle everything at once—there will always be exciting new challenges to explore!

OPSWAT is a recognized global leader in critical infrastructure cybersecurity, specializing in IT, OT, and ICS domains. Our innovative end-to-end platform empowers both public and private sector organizations to safeguard their complex networks, secure devices, and maintain compliance. With two decades of dedication to technological advancement, we have earned the trust of over 1,700 organizations, governments, and institutions worldwide, affirming our pivotal role in protecting critical infrastructure and ensuring safety.The PositionAs a Lead Backend Engineer, you will play a vital role in architecting and developing state-of-the-art software solutions across our technology stack. Your responsibilities will include creating robust systems utilizing Rust for data processing, stream processing applications, and NoSQL database integrations, as well as building Go-based APIs and Python components. This hands-on leadership position requires a strong command of both backend and frontend technologies, emphasizing high performance and scalability. Additionally, you will be influential in shaping the vision and growth of our engineering team as we expand our backend and frontend capabilities.What You Will Be DoingDesigning and developing Rust-based data processing systems for high-performance, real-time data ingestion and transformation.Implementing and managing stream processing solutions in suitable languages to facilitate real-time analytics across large datasets.Building and maintaining scalable, secure Go-based APIs optimized for performance.Working with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB, Druid) to manage complex data structures and ensure efficient data handling.Enhancing Python components for automation, orchestration, and data integration tasks.Leading the technical strategy for backend development, establishing best practices, architecture guidelines, and tech stacks for future initiatives.Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions that align with OPSWAT’s product and security objectives.Mentoring and guiding junior engineers, promoting a collaborative and high-performance engineering culture.