Sr. Backend Developer, AWS

Tactacam; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Remote-first flexibility

Employee discounts on gear

Job summary

Tactacam, a rapidly growing outdoor-tech company, is seeking a Sr. Backend Developer to design and implement scalable, high-performance back-end services and customer-facing APIs using AWS technologies.

You will collaborate with product, engineering, and leadership to deliver solutions aligned with our product initiatives. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in system design or architecture, strong Node.js/JavaScript/TypeScript skills, and extensive AWS experience with CI/CD.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in system design or architecture; strong knowledge of design patterns, reliability, and scalability.
• Proficiency with multiple AWS services (SQS, Lambda, DynamoDB, CloudFormation, S3, OpenSearch, API Gateway).
• Experience deploying and managing AWS applications; familiarity with Git/GitHub workflow.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, high-performance back-end services and customer-facing APIs using AWS technologies.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and leadership to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with product initiatives.
• Drive architectural decisions, SDLC improvements, CI/CD, and testing strategies.
• Enhance mobile user experiences through backend feature development and performance optimization.
• Work within an Agile/Scrum framework with cross-functional teams to meet delivery standards.

Skills

Node.js

JavaScript

TypeScript

REST API development

CI/CD processes

Tools

AWS SQS

AWS Lambda

AWS DynamoDB

CloudFormation

Amazon S3

OpenSearch

API Gateway

GitHub

Jest

Linters

Job description

Company Overview

At Tactacam, we are a rapidly growing team of tech innovators, trail-blazers, and outdoor enthusiasts working to engineer the outdoors! We are proud to be a market-leading outdoor camera and technology company, but at our core, we are just a group of people obsessed with the great outdoors. We are far more than a technology company; we are a community that values fresh air as much as fresh ideas. As restless adventurers, we know that the best ideas rarely happen behind a desk, which is why we constantly encourage our team to get outside, use our products, and let the natural world inspire their next big breakthrough.We also operate as tech trailblazers who are moving fast. With over 500,000+ active customers worldwide and a constantly expanding product line, we are actively pushing the boundaries of what outdoor technology can do. Because "good enough" isn't in our vocabulary, we intentionally foster an environment of ambitious dreamers where every team member is encouraged to aim higher, dream bigger, and drive innovation forward. We believe that your career should be an adventure too, and our rapid growth offers limitless possibilities for career advancement, personal development, and hands-on impact

Job Overview

As a Sr. Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, high-performance back-end services and customer-facing APIs using AWS technologies. 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

• Collaborate closely with developers and stakeholders to deliver exceptional customer experiences across Tactacam's product streams.
• Align with AWS architecture design and implementation, identifying new technologies and testing solutions.
• Develop scalable back-end services and APIs using AWS core technologies.
• Drive strategic technology decisions and support the planning, development, and execution of software deliverables.
• Enhance mobile user experiences through innovative feature development.
• Work within the Agile/Scrum framework, partnering with cross-functional teams to implement solutions aligned with work level agreements and product delivery standards.
• Participate in discussions on technology strategy and contribute to SDLC areas including architecture, source code management, and CI/CD processes.

Requirements

• Proficiency in multiple AWS services, including SQS, Lambda, DynamoDB, CloudFormation, S3, OpenSearch, and API Gateway.
• Experience with AWS monitoring and metrics tools (CloudWatch, Event Bridge, CloudTrail, SNS).
• Background in integrating with third-party APIs, Web Services, and API Gateways.
• Strong understanding of large-scale system design, horizontal scaling, and managing high-throughput, massive data sets.
• 5+ years of experience in system design or architecture, including knowledge of design patterns, reliability, and scalability.
• Familiarity with code management tools like Git/GitHub and adherence to team code management protocols.
• 5+ years of experience deploying and managing AWS applications.
• Proficiency in Node.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, REST API development, and related tools (Linters, Jest, Unit Testing, Integration Testing).
• AWS Certified Practitioner and/or AWS Certified Developer, preferred

While we are open to remote applicants, a strong preference will be given to candidates currently located in, or willing to relocate to, Billings, MT.

Why you want to work here

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with life insurance and disability protection.
• Generous Paid Leave: Offers competitive time off and in addition to pregnancy leave, parental and military leave, and unique "Hunting Holidays" for outdoor activities.
• Financial Planning: Supports future retirement goals through a company-managed 401(k) plan.
• Outdoor-Centric Culture: Features remote-first flexibility, employee discounts, complimentary camera gear, company-sponsored outdoor trips, and community projects.
• Recognition & Values: Honors top performance through monthly "TactaValor Awards" that celebrate company values like innovation, tenacity, and customer focus.

Location Limitations

Please note at this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates based in Alaska (AK), Connecticut (CT), Delaware (DE), Massachusetts (MA), New Mexico (NM), and South Dakota (SD)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tactacam is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee 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 providing a fair and inclusive work environment for all, and we encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for our open positions. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist.