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Backend Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team, dedicated to building robust backend systems and APIs that power our business operations and customer interactions. As a key player in our backend team, you will take on critical roles involving multi-threaded development, debugging, system optimization, and mentoring. This role is ideal for someone passionate about functional programming, eager to drive improvements, and committed to delivering quality products.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and Optimization: Leverage advanced knowledge in languages such as Scala, Golang, Elixir, and Rust to develop and optimize multi-threaded backend systems and APIs. Ensure systems are scalable, reliable, and efficient to support business and customer needs.
• Debugging and Troubleshooting: Employ expert debugging and profiling techniques for live, distributed systems to swiftly identify and address performance bottlenecks and issues.
• System Improvement: Continuously evaluate existing backend systems to identify improvement opportunities. Design and implement automated tooling to eliminate manual processes, enhancing efficiency and reliability.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain a high standard of quality for all deliverables. Embrace the responsibility for the system's performance, feeling a deep sense of ownership and urgency when addressing bugs and customer-impacting issues.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with technical peers and business stakeholders to ensure clear communication of technical designs, timeline expectations, and system changes. Represent the backend team effectively in cross-functional settings.
• Mentorship: Act as a mentor to other developers, sharing knowledge and best practices to foster skill advancement within the team.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Mastery of functional programming and best practices.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g. Elastic, Scylla, Redis, Postgres) and design patterns associated with each.
• Experience with observability tools (e.g., DataDog) and familiarity with containerization technologies for development and production.
• Proven ability to utilize big data sources and optimize backend data processing.
• Strong understanding of system architecture and design, aiming for simplicity without sacrificing functionality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant experience.
• 3+ years of experience in backend development, with a proven track record in Scala, Golang, Elixir, or Rust.
• Demonstrated expertise in multi-threaded programming, system debugging, and performance optimization.
• Experience with distributed systems and live system troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with big data technologies and methodologies for efficient data manipulation.
• Proficiency in containerization technologies and observability tools.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills, with a focus on delivering quality products and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Why should you join Recorded Future?
Recorded Future employees (or “Futurists”), represent over 40 nationalities and embody our core values of having high standards, practicing inclusion, and acting ethically. Our dedication to empowering clients with intelligence to disrupt adversaries has earned us a 4.8-star user rating from Gartner and 8 of the top 10 Fortune 100 companies as clients.

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