Staff Backend Engineer – Remote Data Platform

Seeq; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & equity

Cash bonus incentives

Unlimited PTO

Internet and mobile reimbursements

Annual company meetups

4-week sabbatical every 7 years

Job summary

Seeq, a remote-first data analytics software company, seeks a Staff+ Software Engineer to shape architecture, lead design, and drive innovations across our platform. You will mentor engineers and partner with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-impact features on time.

You will work across backend systems, databases, and cloud platforms, applying scalable, maintainable designs and rigorous testing. A strong track record in delivery and leadership is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field.
• Substantial professional experience designing and evolving complex software systems.
• Strong understanding of software design principles, patterns, and best practices.
• Expertise in one or more programming languages (Java, Kotlin, Rust, C++, etc.).
• Backend development for data-intensive applications.
• Experience with Postgres or MySQL databases.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills; strong attention to detail.
• Proven leadership skills; ability to mentor junior engineers.
• Excellent communication and collaboration; works well in cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with agile development methods and tools (Scrum/Kanban).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of complex software systems.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers; promote best practices.
• Drive innovation; spearhead new technologies and frameworks.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers.
• Help the team plan, estimate, and deliver features on schedule.

Skills

Java/Kotlin/Rust/C++

Backend development

PostgreSQL/MySQL

Leadership

Agile/Scrum

Pair programming

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Eng

Tools

JVM

GraphQL

Job description

Seeq, a remote-first data analytics software company, seeks a Staff+ Software Engineer to shape architecture, lead design, and drive innovations across our platform. You will mentor engineers and partner with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-impact features on time.

You will work across backend systems, databases, and cloud platforms, applying scalable, maintainable designs and rigorous testing. A strong track record in delivery and leadership is expected.