Senior Software Engineer - Backend - Multiple US Locations

Location San Francisco
Discipline: Technology
Job type: Permanent
Published: 14 days ago

​Senior Backend Engineer Needed!

San Francisco/ New York

Join a Pioneering Team Building the Future of Electric Vehicles!

Our client are a leading innovator in electric vehicle (EV) charging and grid decarbonization, seeking a skilled team member to join the mission. They offer cutting-edge SaaS products that empower utilities to seamlessly manage EV charging infrastructure. In this role, you'll be a key player in shaping the future of sustainable transportation.

About the role and what you'll do:

  • Craft and implement powerful features and improvements for our core data systems, including integrations with car and charger manufacturer APIs.

  • Utilize our established Python backend, relational databases, and microservice architecture to build reliable and scalable solutions.

  • Lead the charge on increasingly complex projects, potentially guiding and coordinating the work of other engineers as you grow.

  • Collaborate closely with engineers and product experts to expand product capabilities, optimize performance, and ensure data quality.

  • Partner with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to co-develop seamless data exchange through integrations and APIs.

  • Write robust tests to guarantee code integrity and functionality.

  • Manage deployments and instrumentation for optimal performance within our cloud environment (think: hands-on with AWS!).

  • Champion continuous learning within the team by actively participating in code and design reviews.

  • Leverage your expertise with Containers, Kubernetes, AWS, GitHub, project management tools like Jira/Confluence, and CircleCI to build robust systems.

  • Be ready to contribute to special projects and additional tasks as assigned by your manager.

About you:

  • A passionate changemaker who wants to leverage technology to address climate change and create a sustainable future.

  • Thrive in a collaborative environment with flexible work hours (Pacific Time). Bonus points if you're in the SF Bay Area and excited about our flexible office schedule!

  • A dedicated software craftsman who takes pride in clean, well-structured code and enjoys tackling complex challenges.

  • Possess a strong interest in cloud-based backend systems, real-world device interaction, and data quality management (experience a major plus!).

  • Solid experience with Python or Go is essential.

  • You enjoy the entire software development lifecycle, from design and testing to deployment, iteration, and ongoing performance monitoring.

  • Comfortable working within a microservice architecture and possess experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or similar technologies.

  • Believe in Agile development and DevOps practices.

  • Have prior experience working in smaller teams or startups, willing to share your expertise to contribute to collective success.

  • A continuous learner, excited to help us build and grow our innovative company.

Why Join Us?

  • Make a real-world impact on the transition to clean energy by revolutionizing the EV charging landscape.

  • Collaborate with a talented team in a dynamic and supportive work environment.

  • Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including equity (stock options).

  • Work with cutting-edge technologies and be at the forefront of sustainable innovation.

If you're a skilled backend engineer who thrives on tackling complex challenges and is passionate about building a sustainable future, we want to hear from you! Submit your resume today and tell us how your expertise can help us accelerate the electrification of transportation.