Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Summary

Join Spexi, a drone technology company, and become a Senior Software Engineer contributing to our data customer application. Design and develop a scalable, sustainable, and secure geospatial data marketplace platform. Develop reliable APIs and backend services for global-scale geospatial data delivery. Collaborate with frontend and data engineers for seamless service integration. Take ownership across the tech stack and contribute to backend architecture. Maintain high-quality, well-documented code using industry best practices. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers. The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Computer Science or equivalent, 6+ years of software engineering experience, and expertise in database systems, TypeScript, Python, and modern frameworks.

Requirements

• BSc. in Computer Science or similar degree, or equivalent work experience
• 6+ years of software engineering experience, with a demonstrable history of creating and supporting large-scale production systems
• A strong, self-directed drive with advanced problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Expert proficiency in database systems, data models, TypeScript, Python, and modern frameworks
• Advanced knowledge of REST APIs and API-driven web and mobile platform architectures, and how to build, secure, scale and maintain them over time
• Deep understanding of cloud-based infrastructure environments (AWS specifically), performance optimization techniques, and modern build tools and workflow automation (source control, CI/CD pipelines, test frameworks)
• Experience with geospatial data, mapping and image analysis
• Strong communication skills, familiarity with professional software development processes, and the ability to work effectively in a remote, agile environment
• An insatiable thirst for learning and challenging yourself

Responsibilities

• Design and develop an innovative geospatial data marketplace platform that's scalable, sustainable, extensible and secure
• Develop reliable APIs and backend services which deliver global-scale geospatial data and aerial imagery with lightning-fast response times
• Work closely with frontend and data engineers to smoothly integrate services which delight our customers
• Take ownership across our tech stack wherever relevant and applicable, and help shape our backend architecture
• Maintain high-quality, well-documented and reliable code using industry best practices
• Provide technical leadership, constructive feedback, and mentorship to other software engineers on our team
• Collaborate with the team on ways to improve our customer experience, processes and workflows

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with GIS software and tools (ESRI ecosystem especially)
• Solid understanding of 3D mathematics
• Contributions to open-source projects or personal repositories showcasing your work

Benefits

• Remote friendly environment
• Flexible hours
• Medical, dental, vision health benefits