Backend Engineer

Air Apps; California; Remote; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first approach with flexible/hw

Apple hardware ecosystem for work

Annual Bonus

Disability insurance - short and long‑

401k with up to 4% contribution

Air Stipend of $3,120/year, paid in 12

Air Conference 2025 in Las Vegas

Job summary

Air Apps, a remote-first company with 50+ employees worldwide, is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain server-side components powering our portfolio of productivity apps.

You will collaborate with product managers, frontend engineers, and other cross-functional teams to deliver robust APIs, microservices, and scalable data stores, while focusing on security, testing, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency in one or more backend languages (e.g., Java, Go, Python, Ruby) and frameworks (Spring Boot, Django, Express.js).
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases; cloud infrastructure and distributed systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect and Develop Services: design, implement, and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs and microservices.
• Database Management: schema design, query optimization, data modeling, storage, and retrieval.
• System Scalability and Performance: optimize for throughput, latency, and cost.
• Security and Compliance: implement auth, encryption, and data protection practices.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: unit, integration, and end-to-end tests; code reviews.
• Monitoring and Maintenance: logging, monitoring, and incident response for high availability.

Skills

Java

Go

Python

Ruby

Spring Boot

Django

Express.js

Relational databases

NoSQL databases

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Air Apps is a remote-first company with over 50 employees worldwide, dedicated to building products that enrich people's lives. We develop high-quality utility and productivity apps, seamlessly combining Apple's simplicity with innovative solutions that make life easier.

Our portfolio includes top-ranked apps like Translate Now and Calculator Air, which are among the fastest-growing in their categories. With over 100 million downloads and more than 2 million ratings averaging 4.7 stars, we are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to our users.

The Role

As a Backend Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the server-side components of our applications. You will collaborate closely with product managers, frontend developers, and other cross-functional teams to deliver robust and scalable backend services that power critical features and support rapid growth.

Responsibilities

• Architect and Develop Services: Design, implement, and maintain RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs, microservices, and server-side logic to support a variety of products and platforms.
• Database Management: Collaborate on schema design, query optimization, and data modeling to ensure efficient, reliable data storage and retrieval.
• System Scalability and Performance: Develop solutions that scale to millions of users, optimizing code for throughput, latency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Security and Compliance: Implement security best practices (authentication, authorization, encryption) and ensure compliance with relevant data protection and privacy laws.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Write and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests, and participate in code reviews to uphold code quality standards.
• Monitoring and Maintenance: Set up monitoring, logging, and alerting systems; troubleshoot production issues to ensure high availability and minimal downtime.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Core Skills: Proficiency in one or more backend languages (e.g., Java, Go, Python, Ruby), experience with frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Django, Express.js), and expertise with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Architecture & Tools: Solid understanding of distributed systems, microservices, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Soft Skills: Analytical and problem-solving mindset, effective communication skills, and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

What benefits do we offer?

• Remote-first approach with flexible working hours.
• Apple hardware ecosystem for work.
• Annual Bonus.
• Disability insurance - short and long-term.
• 401k with up to 4% contribution.
• Air Stipend of $3,120/year, paid over 12 monthly installments, for home office, learning, wellness, etc.
• Air Conference 2025 in Las Vegas – an opportunity to meet the team, collaborate, and grow together.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Air Apps, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We enthusiastically welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe that varied voices and experiences make us stronger.

Application Disclaimer

At Air Apps, we value transparency and integrity in our hiring process. Applicants must submit their own work without any AI-generated assistance. Any use of AI in application materials, assessments, or interviews will result in disqualification.