Backend Software Engineer
Description For Backend Software Engineer
Contentful, a modern content platform powering digital experiences for nearly 30% of the Fortune 500, is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to join their Content Platform team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on connecting and reusing content from third-party systems within the Contentful platform.
The position involves working with cutting-edge technologies including Node.js, TypeScript, and modern cloud services like AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes. You'll be part of a diverse team of 800+ people from over 70 nations, contributing to a platform that handles billions of API requests monthly.
As a Backend Engineer, you'll be instrumental in developing robust distributed systems, enhancing REST and GraphQL APIs, and implementing AI capabilities to improve user experience. The role requires strong expertise in server-side JavaScript and experience with event-driven architectures.
The company offers an impressive benefits package including stock options, comprehensive health benefits, and strong support for work-life balance. You'll have access to educational resources, wellbeing stipends, and the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment with a global team.
This is an ideal opportunity for engineers passionate about building scalable solutions who want to contribute to a platform used by major global organizations. The role combines technical challenges with the chance to mentor others and shape the future of content management systems.
Responsibilities For Backend Software Engineer
- Work on the Content Platform team responsible for Connecting & Reusing Content
- Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers
- Solve complex engineering and Content Modelling problems
- Enable greater re-use and customization of Contentful through App Framework enhancements
- Enhance REST and GraphQL API experiences
- Work on AI integration to enhance user experience
- Develop on Platform with AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform
Requirements For Backend Software Engineer
- Experience in delivering robust distributed systems, REST APIs and event-driven architectures
- Strong knowledge and commercial experience working with server-side JavaScript ecosystem (Node.js) and TypeScript
- Experience with working in an agile environment
- Strong teamwork skills and ability to mentor less seasoned engineers
- Familiarity with automated deployment processes (CI/CD) and version control (Git)
- Excellent English communication skills
- Knowledge of functional programming principles, GraphQL and serverless applications a plus
Benefits For Backend Software Engineer
- Stock Options for full-time employees
- Fertility and family building benefits
- Generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, education days, compassion days, and volunteer days
- Personal annual education budget
- Virtual and in-person events
- Annual wellbeing stipend
- Monthly communication phone/internet stipend
- Phone hardware upgrade reimbursement
- New hire office equipment stipend
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