(8TR) Senior Backend Engineer

Overview
Software Mind is seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Senior Backend Engineer.

In addition to a competitive salary rate and a positive work environment, we are committed to delivering high-quality technology solutions. We also offer:

• Flexible schedules
• An authentic work-life balance
• Payment in US Dollars

About the role:

We’re seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for a 6-month contract to support a Zendesk-to-cloud migration within a monolithic architecture. This role is heavily backend-focused, with no frontend component, and centers on API scripting, data transfer, and the possible development of a microservice to facilitate the migration.

Some of the main responsibilities for the role include:

• You'll build tools and technology for the unique challenges presented by our business
• Develop using interesting technologies: Ruby, Elixir, Python, React, Typescript, GraphQL, Kafka, AWS/Lambda, PostgreSQL, and DynamoDB
• Lead and contribute to high-impact projects such as the Zendesk to Gladly migration, partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver scalable, customer-centric solutions
• Collaborate with senior management, product management, and other engineers in the development of the product
• You’ll be exposed to the latest technology, a ubiquitous data-driven culture, and a team of dedicated individuals ready to collaborate
• Build software tools for better reporting and telemetry on our warehouse processes
• Create new and innovative systems alongside streamlining and optimizing current processes
• Experience working in the latest technology, a ubiquitous culture based upon data, and a team of dedicated members ready to collaborate
• Contribute to solutions that aid in the tracking and retrieval of hundreds of thousands of consigned items across multiple warehouses

Job Skills/Requirements

- +90% English written and oral (at least B2 level) with excellent communication skills
- Experience with RoR or Python

Preferred Skills

- Experience with Kafka, GraphQL, Gladly, and/or Zendesk
- Strong understanding of web technologies: React, TypeScript, HTML5, JavaScript, CSS/SASS, REST, JSON

We are Software Mind, an awesome team of engineers who are ready to ramp up any top-notch company’s projects! Our aim? To always be one step ahead. Become part of a multicultural company in constant growth with an excellent work environment certified by Great Place To Work!