Senior Backend Engineer, Global FinTech Platform

Rippling; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 278,250; Full time

Job summary

Rippling is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer in Seattle, WA. In this role, you will own the design and implementation of core backend services and APIs crucial for the product. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in backend development using Python or Go, along with expertise in distributed systems architecture, data modeling, and performance optimization. The position offers a competitive salary range of $159,000 - $278,250 per year, along with benefits and equity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a production environment using Python, Go, or a similar high-scale backend language.
• Deep expertise in distributed systems architecture, data modeling, and performance optimization of relational databases.
• Exceptional communication skills with technical and cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own the design and implementation of core backend services and APIs that power critical product capabilities.
• Ensure all systems are built for high-volume scale, reliability, and security.
• Work seamlessly with product, frontend, and platform teams to translate feature goals into robust technical solutions.

Skills

Python

Go

Distributed systems architecture

Data modeling

Performance optimization

Communication skills

Job description

Rippling is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer in Seattle, WA. In this role, you will own the design and implementation of core backend services and APIs crucial for the product. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in backend development using Python or Go, along with expertise in distributed systems architecture, data modeling, and performance optimization. The position offers a competitive salary range of $159,000 - $278,250 per year, along with benefits and equity.