Senior Backend Software Engineer

Via is a TransitTech company using technology to transform transportation, optimizing networks of various vehicles around the globe.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
6+ years of experience
Transportation · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Backend Software Engineer

Via, a pioneering TransitTech company founded in 2012, is revolutionizing global transportation through innovative technology. With over 700 mobility deployments across 40+ countries, Via optimizes various transportation networks including buses, shuttles, and electric vehicles. The company is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer for their R&D office in Tel Aviv to join their application backend group.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on mission-critical systems that serve millions of users worldwide. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing scalable microservices using Python and Go, while ensuring high performance and reliability. The position involves collaboration with product and frontend teams, mentoring junior engineers, and making crucial technical decisions about service architecture.

The ideal candidate should have 6+ years of backend programming experience and a strong background in distributed systems. The role offers competitive compensation, including stock options, comprehensive health benefits, and a flexible hybrid work environment in a prime Tel Aviv location. Via's mission to create efficient, equitable, and sustainable transportation networks makes this an impactful opportunity to shape the future of global mobility.

Working at Via means joining a company at the intersection of transportation and technology, with a presence in over 650 communities across 35+ countries. The company values diversity and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, making it an excellent place for professional growth and development.

Last updated 15 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Backend Software Engineer

  • Design and implement scalable microservices and APIs using modern tech stacks
  • Collaborate with product and frontend teams to architect solutions
  • Participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers
  • Drive technical decisions around service architecture
  • Define and implement cloud infrastructure scaling solutions
  • Handle on-call responsibilities and lead incident response

Requirements For Senior Backend Software Engineer

Python
Go
Kubernetes
  • 6+ years of professional backend programming experience in Python or Golang
  • Experience working on complex architectures, preferably distributed systems or microservices
  • Experience leading development cycles e2e alongside product and frontend teams
  • Familiar with cloud-based serverless deployment (AWS)
  • Experience with databases and SQL
  • Experience working with Kubernetes
  • Team player with great communication skills

Benefits For Senior Backend Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Competitive compensation package including base salary and stock options
  • Health insurance with family member discounts
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Office located in heart of TLV, near light rail and Israel Railways
  • Career development opportunities
  • Sports lessons (Freefit)
  • 10bis/Cibus food benefits
  • Team events and happy hours

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