Senior Backend Engineer [33310]

Stealth Startup; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Stealth Startup in New York is seeking Backend Engineers to design, implement, and optimize scalable backend systems powering mission-critical applications across infrastructure, platform, and product development.

You will work on APIs, data stores, and services, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, high-performance software. This in-office role offers opportunities to grow across engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in backend programming languages such as Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, or similar).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Understanding of REST APIs, microservices, and distributed system architectures.
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization technologies.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
• Experience with event-driven architectures and large-scale distributed systems.
• Leadership experience through mentoring, project ownership, or technical guidance.

Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and implement scalable backend systems and APIs.
• Ensure system reliability, performance, security, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, documentation, and engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and drive continuous improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical leadership initiatives as appropriate.

Skills

Java

Go

Node.js

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Redis

AWS

GCP

Azure

REST APIs

Microservices

Distributed systems

Problem solving

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Job description

We are building technology that helps businesses operate more efficiently in the rapidly growing online food delivery and digital commerce ecosystem. Our engineering teams work across infrastructure, platform, and product development, solving complex technical challenges at scale.

We are seeking Backend Engineers who are excited to contribute at all levels—whether your expertise lies in infrastructure, platform engineering, or product-focused development. Your work will directly impact systems and products used by businesses and consumers worldwide.

What You'll Do

As a Backend Engineer, you'll design, implement, and optimize systems that power mission-critical applications. Depending on your strengths and interests, you may focus on:

Infrastructure

• Build and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available systems.
• Improve operational reliability, performance, and monitoring.
• Support cloud infrastructure and distributed systems.

Platform

• Develop robust APIs, internal platforms, and developer tools.
• Improve engineering productivity, scalability, and operational efficiency.
• Create frameworks and services that support multiple product teams.

Product

• Build backend services that power customer-facing applications.
• Develop scalable solutions that enhance user experience and business outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features.

Core Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and implement scalable backend systems and APIs.
• Ensure system reliability, performance, security, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, documentation, and engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and drive continuous improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical leadership initiatives as appropriate.

What We're Looking For

Basic Qualifications

• Proficiency in backend programming languages such as Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, or similar).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Understanding of REST APIs, microservices, and distributed system architectures.
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization technologies.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
• Experience with event-driven architectures and large-scale distributed systems.
• Exposure to high-volume transaction processing environments.
• Leadership experience through mentoring, project ownership, or technical guidance.

Why Join Us

• Work on complex engineering challenges at scale.
• Build systems and products used by millions of users globally.
• Collaborate with talented engineers in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
• Gain exposure to infrastructure, platform, and product engineering disciplines.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Contribute to meaningful technology that transforms how businesses operate and serve customers.

We believe innovation happens through close collaboration and rapid feedback. Engineering teams work together in person to solve challenging problems, share ideas, and accelerate execution. This role is based in-office and requires regular onsite collaboration with team members.

• Opportunities for advancement across engineering career paths.
• Growth from individual contributor roles into senior technical and leadership positions.
• Access to mentorship, learning resources, and challenging projects that accelerate career developmen