Senior Software Engineer – Backend & AI-Enabled

Everbridge; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Everbridge in the United States is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable cloud-native backend services using Java and Spring Boot. You will work across the stack as needed and leverage AI-powered development tools to accelerate delivery.

You will collaborate with frontend, product, QA, and platform teams, contribute to RESTful APIs, microservices, and observability, and participate in on-call rotations and code reviews while upholding security and quality

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience building enterprise-grade applications.
• Strong expertise in Java and Spring Boot development.
• Experience designing and building cloud-native backend systems using RESTful APIs, microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, and related container orchestration technologies.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, scalability, performance, reliability, and secure software design principles.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern DevOps practices.
• Experience using AI-powered development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code, Codex, Windsurf, Kiro, or similar platforms.
• Ability to critically evaluate, validate, and improve AI-generated code while maintaining quality, security, and maintainability standards.
• Interest in continuously learning and applying emerging AI-assisted development practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Experience with observability, monitoring, and production support practices.
• Ability to work effectively in Agile/Scrum environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and evolve RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven systems that support business-critical workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend engineers, to deliver seamless end-to-end product experiences.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools and practices to accelerate coding, testing, debugging, documentation, and code reviews while maintaining high standards of quality and security.
• Drive observability, reliability, automation, and operational excellence across services, including monitoring, incident response, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Participate in architecture discussions, technical design reviews, and engineering best-practice initiatives.
• Support production systems through on-call participation, incident management, and continuous service improvements.
• Mentor and support engineers through code reviews, technical guidance, and knowledge-sharing activities.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Cloud-native architectures

Distributed systems

RESTful APIs

Microservices

AWS

CI/CD

Agile/Scrum

AI-assisted development

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub Copilot

Cursor

Claude Code

Codex

Windsurf

Kiro

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who is passionate about building scalable, reliable, and cloud-native software systems. While this role is primarily focused on backend engineering, we are seeking engineers who are comfortable contributing across the stack when needed and are excited to leverage AI-powered development tools to accelerate delivery and innovation.

You will play a key role in designing and developing backend services that power mission-critical applications while collaborating closely with frontend, product, QA, and platform engineering teams. We value engineers who can adapt quickly, learn continuously, and use modern AI-assisted development practices to improve productivity and software quality.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and evolve RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven systems that support business-critical workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend engineers, to deliver seamless end-to-end product experiences.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools and practices to accelerate coding, testing, debugging, documentation, and code reviews while maintaining high standards of quality and security.
• Drive observability, reliability, automation, and operational excellence across services, including monitoring, incident response, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Participate in architecture discussions, technical design reviews, and engineering best-practice initiatives.
• Support production systems through on-call participation, incident management, and continuous service improvements.
• Mentor and support engineers through code reviews, technical guidance, and knowledge-sharing activities.

What You’ll bring

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience building enterprise-grade applications.
• Strong expertise in Java and Spring Boot development.
• Experience designing and building cloud-native backend systems using RESTful APIs, microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, and related container orchestration technologies.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, scalability, performance, reliability, and secure software design principles.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Hands‑on experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern DevOps practices.
• Experience using AI-powered development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code, Codex, Windsurf, Kiro, or similar platforms.
• Ability to critically evaluate, validate, and improve AI-generated code while maintaining quality, security, and maintainability standards.
• Interest in continuously learning and applying emerging AI-assisted development practices.
• Excellent problem‑solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Experience with observability, monitoring, and production support practices.
• Ability to work effectively in Agile/Scrum environments.

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Working knowledge of and modern frontend development practices.
• Building AI-enabled applications, agents, developer React tooling or automation workflows.

**Why Choose Us? Dive into a World Where Innovation Meets Impact!**

• Ignite Your Passion with Thriving Innovation : Step into an environment where energy and forward-thinking are the norms, not the exception. We’re not just about keeping up; we’re about leading the charge. Immerse yourself in a culture that breathes creativity , values continuous learning , and thrives on staying several steps ahead in the technology race.
• Shape the Future with Significant Impact : Here, your work doesn’t just add value—it sets the direction. Be at the heart of driving our technological evolution, where every contribution you make leaves a lasting imprint on our projects and echoes in the satisfaction of our users. It’s not just about being part of the journey; it’s about leading the way.
• Experience the Power of Unified Collaboration: Join forces with a band of skilled visionaries— product managers, designers , and developers who share a boundless passion for excellence and a relentless drive to deliver nothing but the best. Our unity is our strength, fostering a collaborative spirit that turns innovative ideas into reality.
• Be a Pioneer of Innovation: With us, agility is more than a buzzword; it’s our essence. We embrace change , turning challenges into opportunities with our dynamic approach. Our commitment to your growth is unwavering, offering flexible schedules, personalized training, and a purpose-driven career path that encourages every team member to flourish.
• A Culture That Cares: Beyond just creating innovative solutions, we cultivate a positive atmosphere where mistakes are stepping stones to mastery , not missteps to be feared. We offer comprehensive benefits , including health and term insurance, alongside rewards and recognitions that celebrate your hard work and dedication.
• Live by Our “CLIP” Values: Customer First, Learning, Integrity, People —these values guide us, shining as our North Star, inspiring us to grow, innovate, and lead with conviction, and are driven by passions and relish in crafting high-quality software.
• Join Our Journey: Embark on a path where no two days are the same , if coding is your refuge and excellence your standard, your search ends here.

About Everbridge

Everbridge empowers enterprises and government organizations to anticipate, mitigate, respond to, and recover from critical events. In an unpredictable world, resilient organizations protect their people and operations, adapt under pressure, and return to productivity faster. Our Critical Event Management (CEM) technology combines intelligent automation with comprehensive risk intelligence to help organizations strengthen resilience, keep people safe, and maintain operations.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Everbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment Practices

Everbridge does not require or administer lie detector (polygraph) tests as a condition of employment or continued employment. In Massachusetts, it is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Employers who violate this law may be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.