Senior Software Engineer, Backend/Fullstack

Summary

Join Turnitin as a Senior Fullstack/Backend Engineer and contribute to the development and enhancement of foundational systems for our award-winning educational platform. This role focuses on backend development using Java and serverless architectures, with solid frontend experience also required. You will design, develop, and optimize scalable shared backend services, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior developers. The ideal candidate possesses 8+ years of backend development experience in Java and serverless frameworks, along with strong frontend skills and experience with cloud technologies. Turnitin offers a remote-centric culture, competitive benefits, and a commitment to employee well-being.

Requirements

• 8+ years of expertise in backend development, with proficiency in Java and experience with serverless frameworks (e.g., AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions)
• Hands-on experience with frontend technologies (e.g., React, Web Components)
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, scalability, and data modeling
• 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
• Practical experience in cloud technologies and frameworks, specifically developing serverless applications on AWS using technologies such as lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway and SNS/SQS/EventBridge
• Extensive experience with software development best practices (e.g. design patterns, test-driven development, code profiling, debugging)
• Experience with CI/CD tools, including build, deployment and test automation
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues in agile environments
• A passion for mentoring and developing the skills of junior engineers

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize scalable shared backend services using Java and serverless technologies (AWS Lambda)
• Design / implement RESTful APIs and event-driven systems
• Contribute to the development of user-facing frontend components as needed
• Optimize existing services for improved performance and cost-efficiency
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Architects, Product Managers, and other engineering leads, to deliver innovative solutions
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior developers, fostering growth and sharing best practices
• 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

Understanding or experience with AI/ML

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*