Back End Developer

Overview

Design and build scalable backend services & data pipelines for analytics.

Key Responsibilities

• api design
• db optimization
• backend services
• distributed systems
• data pipelines
• team mentorship

Tasks

We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to architect and operate our backend platform that delivers scalable, high-performance insights for Fortune 500 clients. You'll build the core systems that power our causation analytics—from data processing pipelines to the APIs that serve insights to our customers. -Collaborate with frontend engineers to design clean, efficient API contracts -Optimize database performance and data models to support complex analytical queries at scale -Design and build scalable backend services and APIs that process massive marketing datasets with high reliability -Architect distributed systems that can handle 10x growth in data volume and customer workloads -Establish backend engineering best practices and mentor other engineers on the team -Build robust data processing pipelines that transform raw marketing data into actionable insights

Requirements

• node.js
• kafka
• postgresql
• python
• aws
• kubernetes

What You Bring

Problem Solving & Collaboration -Early-stage or high-growth startup experience with fast-paced, evolving environments -Working proficiency in Node.js (comfortable reading and contributing when needed) -Stream processing knowledge (Kafka, Kinesis, Redis Streams) -Strong database knowledge (PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch (can be learned), data modeling, query optimization) -Lakehouse architectures (Iceberg) or ELT pipeline experience -Experience with data-intensive applications and large-scale data systems -8+ years backend engineering experience with significant ownership of production systems -System design expertise (distributed systems, scalability patterns, performance optimization) -Proven track record building scalable APIs and data processing pipelines -Ability to translate ambiguous requirements into well-defined technical designs -Expert-level Python (FastAPI, Flask, or similar frameworks) -Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills -AWS/GCP experience with modern DevOps tooling (Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines) -Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to technical culture at scale -Background collaborating with frontend engineers on API contracts and interface design -AI/ML infrastructure experience or familiarity with analytics platforms

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Benefits

This role offers significant technical ownership and the opportunity to work on complex distributed systems at enterprise scale.

About Pivotal Solutions

-A leading provider of recruitment services with a strong emphasis on specialized sectors. -Deep expertise in the engineering and construction fields, helping clients find the right talent for critical projects. -A robust network has placed professionals across various industries, from energy and infrastructure to technology. -Typical projects include large-scale construction developments, cutting-edge technology integrations, and innovative infrastructure projects. -Focus on delivering personalized staffing solutions tailored to each client's unique needs, ensuring efficiency and success. -Driving excellence in recruitment, continues to grow, creating impactful partnerships across key industries.

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