Senior Backend Developer (Enterprise Solutions Unit)

Join Semrush as a Senior Backend Developer

Semrush, a global IT company, is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join our Enterprise Solutions Unit. This role is pivotal in leading our backend development efforts, ensuring high standards of code quality and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Development Projects: Spearhead the development of complex features and projects, ensuring the overall quality and performance of the backend codebase.
• Establish Standards: Set and enforce coding standards and best practices, leading code reviews and fostering a culture of quality.
• Design CI/CD Pipelines: Design and maintain comprehensive CI/CD pipelines to streamline development processes.
• Incident Management: Handle and resolve critical incidents, providing post-mortem analysis to prevent future occurrences.
• Mentorship: Mentor mid-level and junior developers, providing guidance and support to foster their growth.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives for the development process and codebase.

Who We Are Looking For

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: At least 5 years in a backend programming environment (Go, Java, Python, C#, etc.) with a minimum of 2 years in Go.
• Technical Expertise: Mastery in Golang, distributed systems, design patterns, and implementation. Proficient in designing high-performance, secure, and scalable APIs.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating complex concepts clearly.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Exceptional problem-solving skills, able to tackle challenging issues effectively.
• Database Knowledge: Good understanding of SQL, preferably PostgreSQL, and database design.
• Leadership Skills: Experienced in mentoring and developing other developers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Mindset: Positive mindset with a solution-oriented approach.
• Kubernetes Expertise: Mastery in deploying, scaling, and managing applications in Kubernetes.
• CI/CD Proficiency: Expertise in creating and managing robust CI/CD pipelines.
• Soft Skills: Strong collaboration skills and the ability to motivate others.
• Growth-Oriented: Desire to grow personally and professionally, sharing our values of trust, ownership, and enthusiasm for change.

About the Team

The Semrush Enterprise Solutions Unit is focused on building innovative solutions for large companies, addressing complex digital marketing-related questions. With over 5,000 existing Enterprise customers, we are developing a cutting-edge platform tailored to the needs of today’s digital marketers.

Work Environment and Benefits

• Work Flexibility: Choose your preferred work format - remote, on-site, or hybrid.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Professional Development: Access to training, courses, and conferences.
• Work-Life Balance: Unlimited PTO and flexible working hours.
• Additional Perks: Corporate events, hobby benefits, and gifts for employees.

Join us at Semrush and be part of a team that is constantly growing and innovating in the digital marketing space. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.