Senior Software Engineer

Summary

Join Turnitin's Examsoft Insights team as a Senior Backend Engineer and play a key role in developing and enhancing data processing and reporting systems. You will design and implement scalable data pipelines for processing large volumes of exam data using Java and AWS technologies. Responsibilities include developing and optimizing data storage and retrieval systems, implementing monitoring and alerting, designing RESTful APIs, and optimizing services for near real-time performance. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential, along with implementing CI/CD pipelines and ensuring high-quality code. The ideal candidate possesses 8+ years of backend development experience with Java and serverless frameworks, a strong understanding of data modeling, and proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. Turnitin offers a remote-centric culture and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• 8+ years of expertise in backend development, with proficiency in Java and experience with serverless frameworks (e.g., AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions)
• Strong understanding of data modeling and experience with SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., DynamoDB)
• Ability to analyze data processing bottlenecks and identify performance improvements
• Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders across various locations, including distributed teams based in Europe and the USA, to deliver impactful solutions
• Extensive experience with software development best practices (e.g. design patterns, test-driven development, code profiling, debugging)
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues in agile environments

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable data pipelines for processing and transforming large volumes of exam data using Java, AWS Lambda, SQS, EventBridge and other AWS technologies
• Develop and optimize data storage and retrieval systems, ensuring data integrity and accuracy
• Implement monitoring and alerting for data processing systems to ensure reliability and performance
• Design / Implement RESTful APIs and event-driven systems
• Optimize existing services for near real-time performance and cost-efficiency
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Architects, Product Managers, and other engineering leads, to deliver innovative solutions
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines
• Ensure high-quality code through peer reviews, automated testing, and adherence to software development standards
• Create comprehensive documentation for the developed shared components, including usage guidelines and examples

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CI/CD tools, including build, deployment and test automation
• Understanding or experience with AI/ML
• A passion for mentoring and developing the skills of junior engineers

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*