Mid-Level Backend Engineer

Job brief

\ Mid-Level Backend Engineer

Compensation: $95,000-$135,000 plus equity. Comprehensive healthcare and 401(k) included.

Minimum Experience Required: 2+ years of experience with Python or Go in a production environment.

Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We cannot sponsor work visas at this time.

Location: 100% Remote

A Bit About Us: Altela is on a mission to revolutionize water treatment solutions with the latest software and technologies. With our recent $20 million funding boost (check us out on Crunchbase!), we're scaling our team and tech to meet ambitious goals. We champion diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment where every voice matters and every team member can thrive.

The Opportunity: Ready to architect the future? We're seeking a talented Mid-Level Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team. If you're passionate about crafting scalable APIs and services, enhancing platform performance, and collaborating with top-tier engineers, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and maintain backend services using Python and Go, focusing on high availability and performance.

• Implement RESTful APIs and microservices that are robust, secure, and easy to integrate with frontend applications.

• Optimize database performance and queries to improve response times and overall system efficiency.

• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and contributing to team knowledge sharing.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement new features based on user feedback and business needs.

What You Bring:

• 2+ years of experience with Python or Go in a production environment, demonstrating a strong understanding of backend development principles.

• Solid SQL skills and experience with relational databases, including performance tuning and optimization.

• Familiarity with message brokers like Kafka or RabbitMQ to facilitate communication between services.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with containerization technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker to streamline deployment processes.

• Knowledge of AWS services and cloud architecture principles to enhance system scalability and reliability.

Perks of Joining Altela:

• Unlimited PTO to promote work-life balance and personal well-being.

• Flexible working hours to accommodate your schedule and lifestyle.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance to support your health needs.

• 401(k) matching to help you save for retirement and plan for your future.