Senior Backend Engineer - Endless Commerce

Pear VC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Flexible working hours and remote work options

Professional development opportunities

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A technology-driven company in Los Angeles is looking for a Senior Back-End Software Engineer to enhance their core platform. You will leverage Ruby on Rails and PostgreSQL to develop scalable backend services and systems. This position emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior developers, and optimizing performance. Candidates should possess 5+ years of relevant experience and excellent problem-solving skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including flexible hours and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in back-end software development with a strong emphasis on Ruby on Rails.
• Proficiency in database design and management, particularly with PostgreSQL.
• Experience with cloud-based platforms and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy back-end services and APIs using Ruby on Rails and PostgreSQL.
• Architect scalable solutions for high-volume data processing.
• Mentor junior developers and promote continuous learning.

Skills

Ruby on Rails

PostgreSQL

RESTful API design

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Tools

Sidekiq

AWS

Heroku

Job description

Who we are:

At Endless Commerce, we’re transforming multi-channel commerce infrastructure with a platform that streamlines order management, fulfillment, and integrations for businesses of all sizes. Our innovative solutions empower brands to optimize operations using modern technology and a robust, scalable architecture. We’re a dynamic team dedicated to building reliable, elegant and efficient software with tools like Ruby on Rails, Sidekiq, PostgreSQL, Redis, and Heroku. Our mission is to deliver seamless, high-performance experiences that drive success for our clients.

The role:

As a Senior Back-End Software Engineer, you’ll play a key role in shaping our core platform and driving impactful enhancements. You’ll design, implement, and maintain backend services that support a growing user base, tackle scaling challenges, and optimize performance. Working closely with a dynamic team of engineers and stakeholders, you’ll influence architectural decisions, establish best practices, and enhance system reliability. Your contributions will directly impact the platform's scalability, efficiency, and overall success.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and deploy back-end services and APIs using Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, and other components in our stack.


• Architect scalable solutions to handle high-volume data and transaction processing.


• Maintain and optimize existing code to ensure the stability and performance of the platform.


• Collaborate with front-end engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define, design, and ship new features.


• Monitor production systems, resolve incidents, and implement improvements to prevent future issues.


• Mentor junior developers and contribute to our culture of continuous learning and improvement.


• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following best practices for software development.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in back-end software development, with a strong emphasis on Ruby on Rails.


• Proficiency in database design and management, particularly with PostgreSQL.


• Familiarity with background processing using Sidekiq or similar tools.


• Experience with cloud-based platforms (e.g., Heroku, AWS, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.


• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and web application architecture.


• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.


• Strong level of engagement and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams.

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience with Redis for caching and message queuing.


• Knowledge of error monitoring tools such as Bugsnag or similar platforms.


• Familiarity with logging solutions like Coralogix.


• Understanding of front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular) to facilitate better back-end integration.


• Previous experience working in a startup or fast-paced development environment.


• Previous experience with ERP and e-commerce platforms.


• A passion for mentoring and helping others grow.


• Experience working in Agile environments using Jira and Confluence.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonuses.


• Flexible working hours and remote work options.


• Professional development opportunities.


• Generous vacation policy and paid time off.


• Health, dental, and vision insurance.


• 401(k) with company match.


• A collaborative culture that values growth and work-life balance.