Senior Java Software Engineer

Summary

Join Turnitin's Grading and Feedback team as a Senior Software Engineer - Backend Services to design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems using AWS Lambda and related technologies.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in backend development
• Strong proficiency in at least one programming language suitable for AWS Lambda (e.g., Python, Node.js, Java)
• Experience with AWS services, particularly Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB
• Solid understanding of serverless architecture principles and best practices
• Experience with microservices design patterns and event-driven architectures
• Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop robust, scalable backend services with AWS Lambda
• Design / implement RESTful APIs and event-driven systems
• Optimize existing services for improved performance and cost-efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate backend services with frontend applications
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments

Benefits

• Remote First Culture
• Health Care Coverage*
• Education Reimbursement*
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• 4 Self-Care Days per year
• National Holidays*
• 2 Founder Days + Juneteenth Observed
• Paid Volunteer Time*
• Charitable contribution match*
• Monthly Wellness or Home Office Reimbursement*
• Access to Modern Health (mental health platform)
• Parental Leave*
• Retirement Plan with match/contribution*