Software Development Engineer II - Backend

Join HackerRank as a Software Development Engineer II - Backend

HackerRank is seeking a talented and motivated Software Development Engineer II to join our backend team. This is a full-time, remote position open to candidates within the United States. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality, scalable backend systems that power our innovative developer skills platform.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate Technologies: Conduct research and develop proof of concepts to solve technical challenges and propose innovative solutions.
• Build High-Quality Applications: Develop well-tested, scalable, and reliable business applications that delight our stakeholders, customers, and partners.
• Architect and Develop Microservices: Use REST APIs, serverless architectures, NodeJS, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD automation to build robust backend systems.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work in an agile development environment, participate in code reviews, and collaborate with remote development teams and cross-functional teams.
• Design and Implement REST APIs: Create and maintain RESTful services that are efficient and easy to use.

Requirements

• Experience: At least 2+ years of experience in building web-based products using dynamic programming languages and MVC web frameworks, preferably Ruby on Rails or NodeJS.
• Database Expertise: Strong skills in database modeling, preferably with relational databases, and the ability to optimize queries and spot bottlenecks.
• Cloud Technologies: Proficiency in cloud technologies, preferably AWS, and knowledge of CI/CD tools and workflows.
• Distributed Systems: Proven track record in building highly-available and scalable distributed systems.
• Quality Focus: A keen eye for quality, with a passion for following and establishing good coding practices and improving code coverage.

Nice to Have

• Front-End Development: Experience with web front-end development, including JavaScript, HTML, AJAX, and JSON.
• React Components: Experience in building React components and integration.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical insurance, 401(k), and more.
• Remote Work Support: One-time home office setup stipend and monthly remote work enablement stipend.
• Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional development and wellbeing benefits.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Flexible paid time off, paid leave for new parents, and flexible work hours.
• Equity Options: Employee stock options available.

About HackerRank

HackerRank is a leading technology hiring platform that helps companies hire skilled developers and innovate faster. We are passionate about our mission to change the world by valuing skills over pedigree. Join us in our journey to revolutionize the technical hiring space and make a significant impact in the industry.

How to Apply

If you are a strong and self-motivated individual with a passion for driving innovation and creativity in solving problems, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our fast-growing engineering team and help us build AI-driven next-generation products and solutions.