Remote BACKEND INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER

Description:

• Pico MES is on a mission to empower small factories to win globally by providing them with advanced software tools.
• The company is backed by strong investors and has a diverse team of technical experts and business leaders.
• The Backend Infrastructure Engineer will enhance backend architecture, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Responsibilities include designing, building, and maintaining scalable APIs and microservices using Golang.
• The role involves collaborating with the engineering team to refine system architecture, focusing on scalability, security, and maintainability.
• The engineer will implement and optimize database designs and troubleshoot backend issues.
• The position requires collaboration with frontend engineers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Participation in code reviews, testing protocols, and maintaining documentation for backend systems is expected.
• Continuous learning and improvement by staying updated with industry trends is encouraged.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in backend development, with a strong focus on Golang and microservices architecture is required.
• Proficiency in both SQL and NoSQL databases, with a solid understanding of data modeling and query optimization is necessary.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive communication approach are necessary for effective teamwork.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to developing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code is expected.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required; advanced degrees are preferred.
• A passion for innovation and a curiosity about new technologies and trends in backend development is important.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation packages are offered to employees.
• Employees will receive equity as part of their compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance is fully covered at 100%.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) are available.
• The position is fully remote with flexible hours.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) is provided.
• Sick leave and parental leave are included in the benefits.
• Employees can choose new equipment and receive a stipend for remote office setup.