Role Overview

We seek a Senior Back-end Software Engineer and culture champion who embodies both technical prowess and leadership acumen. This distinguished individual will contribute hands-on to the development of high-quality software while also nurturing a culture that values effective team practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in server-side logic, database management, and API construction. They will be a vital part of our Java/React infrastructure. The role presents an extraordinary opportunity to participate in the growth of a dynamic company and to gain deep understanding of the market-disrupting sector of private asset-backed finance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Craft and Optimize Back-End Systems: Develop robust and scalable software solutions with a focus on Java and server-side technologies. 
• Lead Back-End Architecture and API Strategy: Take charge of designing and implementing RESTful APIs and server-side logic, ensuring they meet both technical specifications and business objectives. Prioritize maintainability and scalability in all software designs.
• Advocate for Comprehensive Automated Testing: Establish and maintain a rigorous testing protocol, including unit, integration, and end-to-end tests, to ensure all back-end functions perform reliably and efficiently, from database interactions to application services.
• Ensure Exceptional Code Standards: Commit to excellence in code quality by conducting thorough code reviews, engaging in thoughtful refactoring, and promoting best practices in software development within the team.
• Mentorship and Leadership: Serve as a technical mentor and leader, fostering an environment of growth and learning. Encourage the team to embrace best practices in back-end development and to continuously enhance their skills.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work in tandem with product managers and other key stakeholders to ensure development objectives are in sync with business strategies and user requirements.
• Stay Ahead of the Curve: Proactively keep up with the latest technologies and trends. Leverage this knowledge to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge in technology solutions.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Possesses a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Technical Expertise: Proficient in server-side languages like Java, modern databases, cloud services, and DevOps practices.
• Experience: Brings at least 5 years of back-end development experience with a track record of successful project implementations.
• Software Architecture: Demonstrated ability to design robust back-end architectures and develop APIs for scalable and maintainable software systems.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Extensive experience in automated testing practices to ensure high code quality and system reliability.
• Leadership: Experience in leading development teams, mentoring junior developers, and promoting a culture of technical excellence.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Continuous Learning: A commitment to continuous professional development, with a keen interest in staying updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the field of private asset-backed finance is a plus. Willingness to engage deeply in this innovative area is essential.

*Position is based at the Raleigh/Durham area location. 100% remote working option is not offered.

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