Contract: Senior Staff Back-end Engineer
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Description
Upwork is seeking a Senior Staff Back-end Engineer to join the Ads & Monetization Team. This team manages vital services like Connects, Advertising Products, and Marketplace Design. The engineer will work with global teams to deliver scalable, reliable, and maintainable software solutions.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with engineering, data science teams, and product managers to create outstanding products.
Plan, execute, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality projects.
Understand larger visions and translate them into actionable plans.
Design, build, and deliver robust systems.
Handle complex projects with minimal guidance.
Simplify complex projects leading to strategic pivots.
Participate in code reviews and design reviews.
Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices.
Take ownership of code domain focusing on code quality and reducing technical debt.
Monitor system performance and respond to incidents promptly.
Utilize collaborative tools for communication, documentation, and project management.
Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable server-side logic, databases, and APIs.
Use programming languages such as Java or Kotlin for development.
Architect and optimize backend systems.
Implement security measures to protect backend systems and data.
Requirements
8+ years in software development.
Proven experience in technical leadership for complex projects.
Proficiency in Java and RESTful services.
Expertise in writing maintainable unit tests.
Deep knowledge of relational databases and distributed system design.
Experience in building and supporting high-load web applications.
Experience with financial technology or ledger systems.
Strong understanding of software architecture principles.
Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Practical communication skills in English.
Comfortable working with AWS and cloud-based environments.
Eager to learn new technologies.
Experience with virtual currencies or financial technology.
Experience with high-load applications and databases.
About
Upwork is the world’s work marketplace, connecting professionals with businesses globally. From small startups to Fortune 100 companies, Upwork provides a platform that empowers both clients and freelancers to work together effectively. Last year, skilled professionals performed work worth over $3.3 billion through Upwork, enhancing their careers and gaining more control over their work.
Our Hybrid Workforce Solutions Team is a global group that supports Upwork’s business, bringing together diverse talents from around the world.
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