Senior Backend Engineer

TransitTech company building technology that transforms transportation, reducing carbon emissions and providing accessible public mobility solutions.
$170,000 - $210,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
6+ years of experience
Transportation · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Backend Engineer

Via, a pioneering TransitTech company, is revolutionizing global transportation through innovative technology solutions. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll join our core R&D center as a founding member of the Mobile team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of urban mobility by developing and implementing critical backend systems that power our mobile applications.

You'll be at the forefront of designing and building scalable microservices, working with cutting-edge technologies including Python, Java, and Kubernetes. The position requires expertise in backend development, with a focus on creating optimized, highly available distributed systems that can handle large-scale operations.

The ideal candidate brings 6+ years of backend development experience, with strong expertise in multiple programming languages and cloud platforms. You'll work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment where your technical decisions will directly impact product development and system architecture.

Via offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $170,000 to $210,000, complemented by comprehensive benefits including free medical plans and 401K matching. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to contribute to reducing carbon emissions, minimizing private car dependency, and making transportation more accessible and efficient for everyone.

Join a company that values diversity, inclusion, and authentic workplace culture. Via's mission of "going further when we go together" reflects both in their product philosophy and team culture. If you're passionate about using technology to create meaningful impact in urban mobility and want to work with a team that's dedicated to transforming the future of transportation, this role offers the perfect opportunity to make your mark.

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Responsibilities For Senior Backend Engineer

  • Implement microservices from design to production
  • Take ownership of development, maintenance, testing strategy, design discussions, and operations
  • Participate in agile software development including design, implementation, and deployment
  • Manage end-to-end lifecycle of new product features/components
  • Ensure application performance, uptime, and scale
  • Research and suggest new technologies for product improvement
  • Impact product development through technical decisions and system architecture

Requirements For Senior Backend Engineer

Python
Java
Kubernetes
MySQL
  • Minimum 6 years of backend development and databases experience
  • Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in Python, C++, Java, or C#
  • Solid programming foundations: data-structures, multi-threading, OOP and design patterns
  • Experience developing and scaling highly available, distributed systems
  • Experience with SQL/MySQL and low level performance optimizations
  • Expertise with cloud platforms: AWS, Kubernetes
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently in cross-functional, distributed teams

Benefits For Senior Backend Engineer

Medical Insurance
401k
  • Free medical plans
  • 401K matching

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