2d ago
Staff Backend Engineer
Remote, US
$202k-$237.5k / year
full-timelead Remote
๐ Tech Stack
๐ผ About This Role
You'll own the technical architecture for IPC services, designing and building backend systems using Python, Go, and Java. Your work directly enables life insurers to launch products in weeks instead of years, powering the digital enrollment experience for millions. This role offers the chance to shape platform scalability while working with agentic AI coding tools and a remote-first team.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Own technical architecture for IPC services, balancing speed and maintainability.
- Design, build, and operate backend services with Python, Go, and Java.
- Lead cross-team technical initiatives and coordinate integration work.
- Drive platform capabilities that scale with the growing partner ecosystem.
- Mentor engineers through code review, design review, and pairing.
๐ Requirements
- 8+ years of professional backend software development experience.
- Strong proficiency in Go and Python.
- Deep experience with distributed systems, microservices, and API design.
- Hands-on with Kubernetes, Docker, and GCP or equivalent.
โจ Nice to Have
- Java experience is a plus.
- Experience with agentic AI coding tools like Claude Code or Cursor.
- Comfortable with PostgreSQL or other relational databases at scale.
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ฐ Competitive salary and equity based on role.
- ๐๏ธ Flexible paid time off and parental leave programs.
- ๐ฅ 100% paid-premium option for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- ๐ช Lifestyle stipend for physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
- ๐ก Flexible work-from-home policy and remote options.
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Screenยท 30 min
- 2Technical Interviewยท 60 min
- 3System Design Interviewยท 60 min
- 4Hiring Manager Interviewยท 45 min
- 5Offerยท N/A
๐ฉ Heads Up
- Mentions using agentic AI coding tools as a core part of workflow; may reflect evolving expectations.
- On-call responsibility without explicit rotation details.
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