Otter ยท 10 hours ago
Backend Engineer, Otter - Mountain View, CA
Otter is a company dedicated to helping restaurateurs succeed in online food delivery through technology. As a Backend Engineer, you will design, implement, and optimize systems that support mission-critical applications, ensuring high performance and reliability while collaborating with various teams to deliver seamless user experiences.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Architect and implement scalable backend systems and APIs
Ensure high system performance, reliability, and security
Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions
Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to maintain high-quality standards
Mentor junior engineers or take on leadership roles, depending on your seniority
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in backend programming languages like Java or Go
Familiarity with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis)
Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure
Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Exposure to large-scale data processing or event-driven architectures
Leadership experience in team projects or mentoring roles
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options)
Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term)
Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children
Pet insurance discount
401(k)
Discretionary vacation days
8 paid holidays per year
Paid sick time
Paid Bereavement leave
Paid Parental Leave
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)