Senior Software Engineer, Backend

World's largest shared electric vehicle company providing electric bikes and scooters for sustainable urban transportation.
$126,000 - $174,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
4+ years of experience
Transportation · Consumer

Description For Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Lime, the world's largest shared electric vehicle company, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Backend team. This role is part of the City Success Engineering team, which is crucial in helping Lime win, retain, and expand markets globally. The position offers an opportunity to revolutionize urban commuting through innovative technology solutions.

The ideal candidate will join a company that has achieved significant milestones, including 400+ million rides across 250+ cities and becoming the first in their industry to achieve profitability in 2022. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting and building highly scalable foundational platforms, leading new product initiatives, and improving core application experiences.

The role requires strong technical expertise in backend development, particularly with Ruby on Rails, and the ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement solutions that enhance the micro-mobility experience for both cities and riders. The position offers competitive compensation (CA$126,000 - CA$174,000), equity, and comprehensive benefits.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about sustainable transportation and urban transformation, offering the chance to make a significant impact on how people will commute in the future. The role combines technical challenges with meaningful environmental and social impact, making it ideal for engineers who want to contribute to building a more sustainable future while working with cutting-edge technology.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer, Backend

  • Identify, define, and solve strategically essential technical problems
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with PMs, Engineers, Design, Data Scientists, Research, and Operations teams
  • Design and build scalable solutions for micro-mobility challenges
  • Design and build high quality solutions for city-rider-Lime interactions
  • Participate in shaping the future of micro-mobility in new markets

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Ruby
  • 4+ years of industry professional software development experience
  • Owner's mindset and self-starter attitude
  • Experience leading projects and cross-functional collaboration
  • Strong data insight and data-driven decision making
  • Excellent communication and prioritization skills
  • Passion for Lime's mission and micromobility
  • Experience in Ruby on Rails
  • Experience in evolving startups
  • Expert in backend programming and scaling systems

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Mental Health Assistance
401k
Equity
  • Competitive salaries and pre-IPO equity
  • Performance-based annual bonus
  • Health and wellness offerings
  • Flexible vacation policies
  • Fully-paid parental leave
  • Retirement and financial advisory support
  • Free use of Lime vehicles
  • Professional growth opportunities
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Career advancement opportunities

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