Turnitin · 1 week ago
Senior Backend Software Engineer (USA Remote)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$112K/yr - $187K/yr
5+ years expTurnitin is a recognized innovator in global education, providing learning integrity solutions for over 25 years. As a Senior Backend Software Engineer, you will design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance educational technology.
EducationSoftwareE-Learning
Responsibilities
Contribute towards design and develop robust, scalable backend services using AWS Lambda
Design / implement RESTful APIs and event-driven systems within microservice architecture
Optimize existing services for improved performance and cost-efficiency
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate backend services with frontend applications
Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines with github actions
Conduct code reviews and collaborate with other engineers
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments
Continue to grow and learn as a software engineer
Qualification
Required
5+ years of backend development experience (distributed systems or microservices preferred)
Strong Java skills and Maven proficiency
Solid experience with AWS serverless (Lambda, API Gateway, SQS, SNS, Step Functions)
Familiar with event-driven architecture and microservices design
Hands-on experience with DynamoDB, or a strong foundation with NoSQL and eagerness to learn DynamoDB rapidly
Proficient in developing automated tests for backend services
Comfortable with Git and Github workflows
Analytical mindset and strong troubleshooting skills
Effective communicator and team collaborator
Benefits
Remote First Culture
Health Care Coverage
Education Reimbursement*
Competitive Paid Time Off
Self-Care Days
National Holidays
2 Founder Days + Juneteenth Observed
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Charitable Contribution Match
Monthly Wellness or Home Office Reimbursement
Access to Employee Assistance Program (mental health platform)
Parental Leave
Retirement Plan with match/contribution
Company
Turnitin
Academic integrity starts here.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-03-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Chris Caren
CEO
Iana Mykhailenko
Director Of Engineering
Recent News
2026-02-25
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