Staff Backend Engineer - Identity Decisioning (Remote, US)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 181,000 - 241,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Tech stipend

Flexible time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Identity Decisioning) to shape backend direction for a scalable identity platform. This remote US-based role partners with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable services in a fast-moving financial environment.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in backend design (Python or Kotlin), strong experience with AWS, MySQL, Spark, and Kubernetes, and a proven track record in leading teams and delivering high-impact features.

Qualifications

• 8+ years backend design and development experience using Python or Kotlin.
• Proficient in building highly available distributed systems with AWS, MySQL, Spark, and Kubernetes.
• Experience in delivering significant features and managing technical execution plans.
• Ability to navigate complex system architectures and low-level programming idioms effectively.
• Proven track record of incorporating feedback from peers to enhance growth and impact.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with a global engineering team.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Set and align technical strategy for the team over a year-long timeline.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure technical sustainability and risk management.
• Advocate for technical solutions and operational processes within your team.
• Oversee team operations and availability with proper monitoring and support setups.
• Foster a team culture emphasizing quality through established standards and advocacy.
• Develop team talent through regular feedback, guidance, and leading by example.

Skills

Python

Kotlin

Distributed systems

AWS

MySQL

Spark

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

AWS

MySQL

Spark

Kubernetes

Job description

Ladders is seeking a Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Identity Decisioning) to shape backend direction for a scalable identity platform. This remote US-based role partners with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable services in a fast-moving financial environment.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in backend design (Python or Kotlin), strong experience with AWS, MySQL, Spark, and Kubernetes, and a proven track record in leading teams and delivering high-impact features.