Senior Backend Engineer

Summary

Join Tram Case, a legal technology company revolutionizing the industry with AI-driven tools, as a Senior Backend Engineer. You will design and develop core backend services, focusing on efficient data management and real-time communication. This role involves building resilient APIs, ensuring data integrity, and optimizing backend services for performance. You will collaborate with front-end engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver a high-quality product experience for a large user base. The position requires expertise in backend languages, API development, data management, and real-time communication technologies. Tram Case offers a remote-first work environment, competitive salary, unlimited PTO, professional development opportunities, and other benefits.

Requirements

• Proficiency in backend languages such as Python, Go, or Node.js
• Strong experience with RESTful, gRPC, or GraphQL API design and implementation for secure, efficient, and scalable applications
• Experience with SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Redis) databases, focusing on data modeling, indexing, and performance optimization
• Hands-on experience with WebSocket implementation for enabling real-time, bidirectional communication
• Familiarity with AWS, GCP, or Azure for deploying and managing backend services
• Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or Pulumi for infrastructure automation
• Working knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for managing and orchestrating microservices
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD) and automated testing frameworks for backend systems
• 4–6 years in backend development, with a strong foundation in building and maintaining high-quality, production-grade backend systems
• Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex backend issues and optimize for performance and scalability
• Familiarity with distributed system design and microservices architecture, with a focus on data integrity and high availability
• Effective communicator who can work cross-functionally, collaborating with front-end teams, product managers, and stakeholders
• Passionate about delivering backend solutions that enhance user experience and support business goals

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain high-quality backend services and APIs, focusing on scalability, reliability, and performance
• Develop backend capabilities for real-time, bidirectional communication using WebSockets, enabling browser-based voice interactions
• Participate in architectural decisions, ensuring backend systems are scalable and optimized for high availability in a high-volume environment
• Create efficient data storage and processing solutions, with an emphasis on data integrity, security, and compliance
• Work closely with front-end engineers, product managers, and other teams to deliver integrated solutions that align with user needs and product goals
• Diagnose and resolve backend performance bottlenecks, ensuring reliable service and enhancing system efficiency

Benefits

• Enjoy the flexibility to work from anywhere, with a remote-first setup that supports work-life balance and productivity
• We offer a competitive salary to recognize and reward your skills and contributions
• Take the time you need with an unlimited PTO policy, empowering you to recharge and maintain balance
• Access resources for growth, including conference passes, online courses, and training programs to support your career advancement
• We provide a budget for setting up your home office with high-quality equipment and tools
• Receive a top-of-the-line laptop and any necessary peripherals to ensure you have the best tools to do your best work
• Participate in team-building retreats and regular virtual gatherings to connect with colleagues and strengthen our culture
• We offer paid parental leave to support you and your family during this important time