Sr. Backend Developer

Tactacam LLC; Decorah (IA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing company that leads the outdoor products market as a Sr. Backend Developer. In this exciting role, you will design and implement scalable cloud-native backend solutions using TypeScript and AWS. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to drive project success and enhance your skills in a dynamic environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative projects while enjoying a supportive culture that values growth and development. If you're ready to take on challenges and make a significant impact, this is the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in system design or architecture with strong knowledge of design patterns.
• Expert-level proficiency in TypeScript and AWS services.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code and serverless applications.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement cloud-native backend solutions on AWS.
• Lead development of backend applications and APIs using TypeScript.
• Collaborate with teams to define and deliver technical solutions.

Skills

TypeScript

AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK)

Amazon DynamoDB

AWS Lambda

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

AWS Associate-level certification

Tools

Git

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Remote - Decorah, IA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Sr. Backend Devloper

Company Overview:

At Tactacam, we are a rapidly growing and market-leading outdoor products and technology company. With over 500,000+ active customers worldwide and an expanding product line, we offer exciting opportunities for career growth and personal development. Join us at Tactacam, where innovation, adventure, and limitless possibilities await!

Job Overview:

As a Sr Backend Developer, you will spearhead the design, development, and implementation of our next-generation, highly scalable, and resilient cloud-native backend solutions on AWS. You will leverage your deep expertise in TypeScript to lead the development and deployment of robust backend applications and APIs. The ideal candidate is a skilled, solution-oriented team player with strong communication skills, capable of collaborating across multiple teams to drive project success. You’ll work closely with our product, engineering, and leadership teams to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with Tactacam’s product initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Architect, design, and implement highly scalable and resilient cloud-native backend solutionson AWS.
• Lead the development and deployment of backend applications and APIs using TypeScript.
• Drive the adoption and best practices of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CloudDevelopment Kit (CDK).
• Expertly design and optimize data models and access patterns utilizing Amazon DynamoDBand other appropriate data stores.
• Develop and deploy efficient and cost-effective serverless solutions using AWS Lambda andrelated services.
• Take ownership of the full development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deploymentand monitoring.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, frontend developers, and other stakeholders todefine and deliver technical solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior backend developers, fostering theirgrowth and development.
• Drive improvements in development processes, code quality, and system performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, leading root cause analysis andimplementing preventative measures.
• Evaluate and recommend new AWS technologies and services to enhance our platform.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices and compliance standards in all developmentefforts.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in system design or architecture, including knowledge of design patterns, reliability, and scalability.
• Expert-level proficiency in TypeScript.
• Extensive experience designing and implementing infrastructure as code with AWS CloudDevelopment Kit (CDK).
• Deep understanding and practical experience with Amazon DynamoDB at scale.
• Proven ability to architect and develop complex serverless applications using AWS Lambda.
• Demonstrated experience building and deploying fully cloud-native applications on AWS.
• Strong understanding of AWS core services (e.g., EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, API Gateway, SQS,SNS).
• Proven ability to work independently and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and mentorship abilities.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• At least one AWS Associate-level certification (e.g., Certified Developer – Associate, CertifiedSolutions Architect – Associate, Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate).

Desired Skills:

• AWS Professional-level certifications (e.g., Certified Solutions Architect – Professional,Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional).
• Understanding of the MQTT protocol.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Our benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to ensure your well-being. Plan forthe future with our 401k plan, and take time off to recharge with PTO. We've got you coveredwith Disability Insurance and Life Insurance too!

Location Limitations:

Please note at this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates based in Alaska

(AK), California (CA), Connecticut (CT), Delaware (DE), Hawaii (HI), Massachusetts (MA), New Mexico (NM), New York (NY), Oregon (OR), Vermont (VT), Washington(WA), Washington, D.C. (DC), Illinois (IL), or Wyoming (WY). We encourage candidates fromother locations to apply for our open positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Tactacam is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant oremployee based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. We are committed to providinga fair and inclusive work environment for all, and we encourage individuals of all backgrounds toapply for our open positions. If you require reasonable accommodation during the applicationprocess, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist.