Job Overview
Snap Inc. is seeking a talented Senior Backend Software Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team in Seattle, WA. As a key member of our backend team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and operating critical and scalable services that support our core products. This role requires a deep understanding of backend services, distributed systems, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams to deliver innovative solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and Implement Services: Develop and maintain highly scalable and reliable backend services, including user identity services, friend graph, and core persistence layers.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product teams to understand requirements, evaluate trade-offs, and deliver solutions that meet product needs.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure high-quality code through testing and debugging, and advocate for best practices in availability, scalability, and operational excellence.
- Operational Excellence: Participate in incident management and resolution, ensuring the operational aspects of the system are well understood and maintained.
Required Skills and Experience
- Technical Expertise: Proven experience with backend services or distributed systems, with a track record of operating highly-available systems at scale.
- Programming Languages: Proficiency in Java, Python, and experience with NoSQL solutions, Memcache/Redis.
- Cloud and Infrastructure: Experience with Kubernetes, Google Cloud, or AWS services.
- Collaboration and Communication: Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively.
Preferred Qualifications
- Educational Background: BS/BA degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- Experience: 3+ years of software development experience, with a focus on backend development.
Snap Inc. Culture
At Snap Inc., we believe in fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Our "Default Together" policy encourages team members to work in the office 4+ days per week to build our culture and reinforce our values through dynamic collaboration.
Diversity and Inclusion
Snap Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary Range: $129,000 - $228,000 annually, depending on experience and location.
- Equity: This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
- Benefits: Comprehensive medical coverage, paid parental leave, and mental health support programs.
Join us at Snap Inc. and contribute to building innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Apply today to be part of a team that values diversity, creativity, and collaboration.
Benefits Extracted with AI
- Paid parental leave
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Emotional and mental health support programs
- Compensation packages with RSUs
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