Overview Job Title: Software Development Engineer III – Backend Engineer Salary: $150K - $170K/yr d.o.e. plus benefits *Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. Location: Remote OK - If living within 31 miles of Santa Ana, CA or Austin, TX will need to be able to work a hybrid schedule Disclaimer: Identity Verification checks are in place throughout the Candidate journey to prevent candidate fraud. In-person Interview Required Summary: New American Funding is seeking an experienced backend software engineer to join our team. As a senior-level role, this candidate will be a technical leader and a key influencer on the team. They will work efficiently with little to no guidance and be able to make decisions and provide innovative solutions to ambiguous problems. They should have a strong ability to see the big picture and produce long-term solutions, while also mentoring junior-level team members and helping them grow. Working closely with other members of the team, including product managers, owners, and quality assurance, they will design, develop, and implement high-quality backend solutions that meet our customer’s needs. Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Design and develop scalable backend services and applications using C#, .NET Core, and Azure Cloud technologies. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, enhance, and maintain our platform's microservice architecture. - Build and optimize a robust back-end for front-end (BFF) API to support various client applications, including mobile. - Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to coding standards and best practices. - Develop and maintain software documentation, including design diagrams, API specifications, and technical documentation. - Debug and troubleshoot production issues, identifying and resolving software defects in a timely and efficient manner. - Participate in code reviews and Scrum ceremonies, providing constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement. - Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in backend development, and continuously improve technical skills and knowledge. - Mentor and train junior software engineers, providing guidance and support as needed. Qualifications - Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. - 7+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on developing high-quality, scalable backend services. - Strong programming skills in C# and .NET Core. - Deep experience with Microsoft SQL and designing data models. - Proven experience with Azure Cloud or other cloud providers (AWS, GCP). - Experience with Cosmos DB or other related NoSQL technologies is a plus. - Experience with AI, such as developing or integrating with machine learning models, is a strong plus. - Experience with Agile software development methodologies such as Scrum. - Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail. - Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Pay Transparency Disclosure If based in New American Funding’s offices, this role has the annual base salary range stated below. Job level and actual compensation will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process (including skills and prior relevant experience, potential impact, and scope of role), market demands, and specific work location. The listed range is a guideline, and the range for this role may be modified. For roles that are available to be filled remotely, the pay range is localized according to employee work location by a factor of between 80% and 100% of range. Please discuss your specific work location with your recruiter for more information. New American Funding offers competitive package of additional benefits, including health, dental & vision, retirement with company contribution, parental leave , mental health & wellness benefits, and generous PTO. New American Funding also offers sales incentive pay for most sales roles and an annual bonus plan for eligible non-sales roles. New American Funding’s compensation and benefits are subject to change and may be modified in the future. Work Authorization: Must be able to verify identity and employment eligibility to work in the U.S.  Other Duties: This job profile is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job duties and responsibilities, as one may perform additional related duties as assigned in order to meet the needs of the organization. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Must be able to lift up to ten pounds. - Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. - Vision: See in the typical visual range with or without correction. - Hearing: Hear in the typical audio range with or without correction. [EOE/M/F/D/V. Drug-free workplace.] #LI-JD2 #LI-REMOTE