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Senior Engineer, Backend – B2B
Location
United States
Posted
148 days ago
Salary
$150K - $185K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Engineer, Backend – B2B
FIGS
• Backend Development: Contribute to the design, development, and optimization of FIGS backend services, aiming for resilience, performance, and scalability. • Cloud & Kubernetes Integration: Assist in integrating our applications and services within AWS and Kubernetes, leveraging tools such as Flux and Argo for GitOps workflows. • Infrastructure as Code: Support the use of Terraform or AWS CDK to efficiently create, manage, and orchestrate cloud infrastructure components. • Database Management: Aid in building robust database solutions with PostgreSQL and optimize search functionalities with ElasticSearch. • Architectural Assistance: Participate in architectural discussions, focusing on scalability, performance, and reliability. • Team Collaboration: Work closely with fellow engineers, absorbing best practices, especially concerning Java and cloud-native technologies. • Operational Support: Assist in engineering decisions, considering aspects from cost efficiency to data security under the guidance of senior leadership.
Job Requirements
- 5+ years in software development with a solid foundation in Java, Spring Boot, and related backend technologies
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS, Kubernetes, and Terraform/CDK
- Proven experience in designing and scaling complex enterprise applications
- Demonstrable experience with ElasticSearch and PostgreSQL
- Tactical thinker boasting both technical prowess and a knack for aligning technology with business goals.
Benefits
- Equity: All FIGS employees have the opportunity to own shares of FIGS stock through our new-hire equity program.
- Annual bonus: This position is eligible to participate in the FIGS annual bonus program
- Comprehensive benefits and perks package focused on your well-being, including premium medical, dental and vision coverage, and full access to wellness services through Breethe and Classpass.
- 100% FIGS-sponsored life insurance and disability insurance
- Amazing 401(k) program, with a company match up to the first 6% of your contribution
- Generous paid time off - We have 12 company holidays.
- Flexible vacation for salaried team members.
- Up to 3 weeks of accrued vacation for hourly team members.
- Meaningful time away for baby bonding, including parental leave, new parent care meals, and a transition back to work for primary caregivers.
- FIGS sponsored Uber Eats voucher for in-office weeks.
- Personalized discount code for 50% off all FIGS products.
- Access to FIGS Vet, Discounted Pet Daycare, Discounted Pet Insurance.
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