Senior Backend Software Engineer (E-Commerce)

Peloton; New York (NY); On-site; USD 173,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

Peloton is seeking a seasoned backend software engineer and technical lead to drive the expansion of its e-commerce platform across web, retail, and emerging channels. You will architect and scale high-performance, resilient backend systems powering millions of internal and external users globally.

You will lead architecture decisions, collaborate with product managers and engineers, and cultivate an inclusive, high-performing team culture focused on reliability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience with backend engineering focus.
• Proficiency in Java, Kotlin, or Python and designing scalable RESTful microservices.
• Experience with Kafka, AWS/GCP, PostgreSQL, and DynamoDB.
• Strong experience with Spring Boot, Docker, Kubernetes, and observability tooling.
• Track record owning features end-to-end in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on execution of high-impact initiatives and guide architecture decisions for fast, reliable delivery.
• Partner daily with product managers, designers, and engineers to scope, build, and launch software.
• Foster a positive, inclusive team environment focused on learning, excellence, and enabling others.

Skills

Java

Kotlin

Python

RESTful APIs

GraphQL APIs

Kafka

AWS/GCP

PostgreSQL

DynamoDB

Spring Boot

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD (GitHub Actions)

DataDog

Tools

DataDog

GitHub Actions

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a seasoned backend software engineer and hands-on technical lead to drive the expansion of the company's e-commerce platform across web, retail, and emerging sales channels. In this role, you will architect and scale high-performance, resilient backend systems that power seamless experiences for millions of internal and external users globally.

YOUR DAILY IMPACT AT the company

• Lead the hands-on execution of high-impact initiatives, guiding architecture decisions to ensure fast, reliable delivery while maintaining stakeholder alignment
• Partner daily with product managers, designers, and peer engineers to scope, build, and launch software that makes a positive impact to the company and its customers
• Cultivate a positive, inclusive team environment focused on continuous learning, technical excellence, and empowering colleagues to reach their full potential

YOU BRING TO the company

• 6+ years of software development experience with mastery in languages like Java, Kotlin, or Python, alongside expertise in designing and scaling RESTful microservices and GraphQL APIs
• Hands-on experience with event streaming technologies (Kafka, Amazon SQS), cloud ecosystems (AWS/GCP), and modern data stores (PostgreSQL, DynamoDB)
• Proficiency in Spring Boot, Docker, GitHub Actions, Kubernetes, automated testing, and observability tools like DataDog
• Track record of owning features from concept to production, navigating cross-functional team dynamics, and bringing an iterative, adaptable mindset to solving complex problems

BONUS

• Experience with e-commerce platforms, DevOps/CI-CD pipelines, or full-stack tech (React, Next.js)
• Familiarity with leveraging AI tooling within modern software engineering workflows

#LI-KN1#LI-Hybrid

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for this position based at our New York City headquarters. The actual base salary offered for this position will depend on numerous factors including, without limitation, experience and business objectives and if the location for the job changes. Our base salary is just one component of the company's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes annual equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan as well as other region-specific health and welfare benefits.

As an organization, one of our top priorities is to maintain the health and wellbeing for our employees and their family. To achieve this goal, we offer robust and comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off policy
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Access to mental health services
• 401k, tuition reimbursement and student loan paydown plans
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Fertility and adoption support and up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave
• Child care and family care discountsFree access to the company Digital App and apparel and product discounts
• Commuter benefits and Citi Bike Discount
• Pet insurance and so much more!

Base Salary Range

$173,478-$213,957 USD

ABOUT the company:

the company (NASDAQ: PTON) provides Members with expert instruction, and world class content to create impactful and entertaining workout experiences for anyone, anywhere and at any stage in their fitness journey. At home, outdoors, traveling, or at the gym, the company brings together innovative hardware, distinctive software, and exclusive content. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, the company has millions of Members across the US, UK, Canada, Germany, Australia, and Austria. For more information, visit www.onepeloton.com.

the company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Equal employment opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the company, where all team members, applicants, and other covered persons are considered on the basis of their personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, unemployment status, familial status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, caregiver status, or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable law. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all practices and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you would like to request any accommodations from application through to interview, please email: [e-mail].

At the company, we embrace technology, including AI, to enhance productivity and accelerate innovation in the work we do for our members. However, in our hiring process, our priority remains in getting to know you and your unique qualifications. To ensure a fair and equitable process, we do not permit the use of AI tools during any stage of the application and interview process. In considering you as an applicant, we want to understand your skills, experiences, and motivations without mediation through an AI system. We also want to directly assess your communication skills without the use of an AI tool.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as applicable to applicants applying for positions in these jurisdictions.