Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Turnitin is a recognized innovator in global education, partnering with educators and institutions for over 25 years. The Senior Backend Software Engineer will build and maintain services related to grading and feedback functionality, focusing on designing and implementing scalable backend systems using AWS Lambda.
Responsibilities
- Architect and develop robust, scalable backend services using AWS Lambda
- Design / implement RESTful APIs and event-driven systems
- Optimize existing services for improved performance and cost-efficiency
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate backend services with frontend applications
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines with github actions
- Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments
- Continue to grow and learn as a developer
Skills
- 5+ years of experience in backend development
- Strong proficiency in at least one programming language suitable for AWS Lambda (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js) Java strongly preferred
- Experience with AWS services, particularly Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB
- Solid understanding of serverless architecture principles and best practices
- Experience with microservices design patterns and event-driven architectures
- Proficiency in modern version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Benefits
- Remote First Culture
- Health Care Coverage
- Education Reimbursement
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Self-Care Days
- National Holidays
- 2 Founder Days + Juneteenth Observed
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Charitable Contribution Match
- Monthly Wellness or Home Office Reimbursement
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (mental health platform)
- Parental Leave
- Retirement Plan with match/contribution
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