Senior Backend Engineer, Safety — Remote

Ladders; United States; On-site; USD 191,000 - 267,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and 

401k with Employer Match

Global Benefit programs to support var

Family Planning Support

Gender-Affirming Care

Mental Health & Coaching Benefits

Flexible Vacation & Paid VolunteerTime

Generous Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer Safety to join a leadership team in the Media space. This role focuses on scalable systems, platform reliability, and transformational technology opportunities across product, operations, and business stakeholders.

Remote work is available for US-based candidates with no visa sponsorship. Compensation ranges from $190,800 to $267,100 annually, reflecting seniority and responsibility in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of software development experience in Go, Python, Rust, or Ruby.
• Proficient with API design and implementation using GraphQL, REST, HTTP, Thrift, or gRPC.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage project timelines.
• Innovative and self-directed mindset suited for fast-paced environments.
• Experience collaborating effectively with remote cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product, design, and engineering teams to align on product strategy and create new features.
• Engage in the full development cycle from technical design to launch, including reviewing code and product specifications.
• Lead a team of engineers, defining best practices and mentoring for professional growth.
• Continuously enhance technical and non-technical skills to remain competitive.

Skills

Go

Python

Rust

Ruby

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

GraphQL

REST

HTTP

Thrift

gRPC

Job description

Ladders is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer Safety to join a leadership team in the Media space. This role focuses on scalable systems, platform reliability, and transformational technology opportunities across product, operations, and business stakeholders.

Remote work is available for US-based candidates with no visa sponsorship. Compensation ranges from $190,800 to $267,100 annually, reflecting seniority and responsibility in a fast-paced environment.