Backend Engineer

Summary

Join our team as a seasoned Backend Data-Heavy Engineer! You will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing backend systems to handle massive data volumes. Your expertise in .NET, SQL Server, and database optimization is crucial. You'll translate business objectives into data-driven solutions, collaborating with various teams. This remote position offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities. We seek a candidate with proven experience in backend development using .NET technologies, SQL Server mastery, and strong data handling skills. A passion for data and excellent communication skills are essential.

Requirements

• Proven experience in backend development using .NET technologies, including C#, ASP.NET Core, and Entity Framework
• Deep understanding of SQL Server, including database design, T-SQL, stored procedures, indexing, and query optimization techniques
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and database design principles, including experience with SQL and NoSQL databases
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve technical challenges effectively at both the application and database levels
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for collaborating with cross-functional teams and explaining technical concepts
• Ability to understand business objectives and translate them into technical requirements and solutions
• A genuine interest in working with data, uncovering insights, and contributing to data-driven decision-making

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems using primarily .NET technologies
• Work with massive datasets, implementing efficient data storage, retrieval, and processing mechanisms
• Structure and optimize our extensive SQL Server database for optimal performance and scalability. Design efficient data models, indexes, and query execution plans to handle large data structures effectively
• Continuously monitor and optimize backend systems and database queries for speed, efficiency, and scalability, ensuring seamless data handling under heavy loads
• Work closely with frontend developers, data scientists, and product teams to understand requirements and deliver integrated solutions
• Analyze and resolve complex technical issues related to data management, backend systems, and performance bottlenecks at both the application and database levels
• Stay updated with the latest data-related technologies and evaluate their potential for improving our systems
• Actively engage with business stakeholders to understand objectives and translate them into technical solutions that leverage data insights

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Python for scripting, data processing, or machine learning tasks
• Experience with Elasticsearch or other distributed search and analytics engines

Benefits

• Remote work
• Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience
• Opportunity to work on challenging projects, learn new technologies, and grow your career in a dynamic environment