Backend Engineer II - Build Core IT Platform

Rippling; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Competitive salary

In-office work

Job summary

Rippling in Seattle, WA seeks a Software Engineer II, Backend for the IT Product team. Design and build backend services powering the IT product suite, including device management, app provisioning, and security policies. You’ll work across API design, data modeling, and service optimization in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes ownership, quick delivery, and collaboration with HR/IT teams. Must have 2+ years of backend experience with Python/Go and PostgreSQL, and a passion for

Qualifications

• 2+ years of backend engineering experience.
• Proficient with Python or Go.
• Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL).
• Ability to design scalable APIs and systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test reliable backend services and APIs at scale.
• Work across API design, data modeling, event modeling, and performance optimization.
• Own the development lifecycle for features from implementation to deployment and monitoring.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and learn from code and system feedback.

Skills

Backend development

Python/Go

Relational databases

API design

System design

Tools

PostgreSQL

Job description

Rippling in Seattle, WA seeks a Software Engineer II, Backend for the IT Product team. Design and build backend services powering the IT product suite, including device management, app provisioning, and security policies. You’ll work across API design, data modeling, and service optimization in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes ownership, quick delivery, and collaboration with HR/IT teams. Must have 2+ years of backend experience with Python/Go and PostgreSQL, and a passion for