Butlr is hiring a
Senior API Software Engineer, Remote - Worldwide

Summary

The job is for a Senior API Software Engineer at Butlr, a company specializing in space occupancy and people sensing technologies. The role involves designing and implementing APIs for their People Sensing Platform. The position requires 5+ years of experience in API development, proficiency in Golang or similar backend languages, expertise in GraphQL API schemas and resolvers, and knowledge of cloud infrastructure management using tools like Terraform or CDK.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in API development and system design
• Proficiency in Golang or a similar backend language
• Strong experience with SQL databases
• Expertise in designing and developing GraphQL API schemas and resolvers
• Hands-on experience managing cloud infrastructure in AWS or Azure using infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or CDK
• A solid understanding of CI/CD processes and tools
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide a team
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of high-performance APIs that support our growing data models and feature sets
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into scalable, maintainable API architectures
• Ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of our API services
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and promoting best practices
• Optimize and monitor API performance to ensure a smooth user experience
• Contribute to the implementation of CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, applying this knowledge to improve our API solutions

Benefits

• World-class team with low ego
• A work environment that is flexible
• Comprehensive health benefits package
• Retirement savings plan
• Flexible time off
• Professional development opportunities