Turnitin · 1 week ago
Senior Backend Software Engineer (USA Remote)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expTurnitin is a recognized innovator in global education, partnering with educators and institutions for over 25 years. The Senior Backend Software Engineer will build and maintain services related to grading and feedback functionality, focusing on scalable backend systems using AWS Lambda and optimizing serverless architecture.
EducationSoftwareE-Learning
Responsibilities
Architect and develop robust, scalable backend services using AWS Lambda
Design / implement RESTful APIs and event-driven systems
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 mentor junior engineers
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments
Continue to grow and learn as a developer
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in backend development
Strong proficiency in at least one programming language suitable for AWS Lambda (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js) Java strongly preferred
Experience with AWS services, particularly Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB
Solid understanding of serverless architecture principles and best practices
Experience with microservices design patterns and event-driven architectures
Proficiency in modern version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
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
H1B Sponsorship
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86%
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Engineering and Development
Creatives and Design
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*2026 (1)
2025 (5)
2024 (4)
2023 (3)
2022 (3)
2021 (6)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-03-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Chris Caren
CEO
Melissa Havel
Chief Communications Officer
Recent News
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