We are building the next generation of data infrastructure to empower every company to make data-driven decisions. Our mission is to simplify the complexities of data engineering and analytics, making it accessible and actionable for businesses of all sizes.
What is the Role
We're seeking a Lead Backend Engineer to join our fully remote engineering team.
In this role, you will take a leadership position, shaping the architecture, design, and delivery of our platform capabilities.
You'll spearhead innovation, provide strategic engineering direction, and play a critical role in building the best end-to-end data platform that's incredibly easy to use.
Role Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and delivery of platform capabilities.
Drive and inspire innovation, setting the technical direction for the engineering team.
Collaborate closely with product, design, and other engineering teams to deliver high-quality features.
Ensure the security, scalability, and quality of all deliverables.
Tackle key challenges in the modern data stack with a forward-thinking approach.
Cultivate an organization rooted in excellence, fostering a culture of high performance.
Ensure timely delivery of features and platform improvements.
Mentor, guide, and develop team members, nurturing the next generation of engineering leaders.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
8-12 years of experience in backend development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Strong expertise in Java and Spring Boot, with deep experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases, and experience in architecting scalable data solutions.
Extensive experience with AWS services, including managing and optimizing cloud infrastructure.
Solid familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to document and present complex solutions effectively.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Proven ability to lead and inspire engineering teams in a remote environment.
Experience in the data engineering domain is a strong plus.
Technical Skills
Advanced knowledge of Java and Spring Boot.
Proficient in SQL and NoSQL databases.
Expertise in AWS services and cloud architecture.
Mastery of REST API design and implementation.
Experienced with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration.
What 5x has to offer
100% remote company - We love to give our employees the freedom to choose where they want to work from.
Wellness - We have monthly wellness programs & workshops to make sure that all our employees are happy and satisfied.
Competitive compensation -We offer competitive compensation and meaningful equity.
Healthcare - We cover all employees’ health benefits and their dependents.
Parental leave - We value and support the family planning process and provide paid parental.
Offsite- 2 offsite a year to incredible destinations.
Continuous learning and professional growth opportunities, including leadership development.
Opportunity to lead and work on cutting-edge data infrastructure technology.

👨🏻‍💻 Lead Backend Engineer

We are building the next generation of data infrastructure to empower every company to make data-driven decisions. Our mission is to simplify the complexities of data engineering and analytics, making it accessible and actionable for businesses of all sizes.

As a Senior Frontend Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining highly functional and visually appealing web components. You will work on creating responsive layouts and user interfaces that adapt seamlessly across various devices and screen sizes.
What is the Role
As a Senior Frontend Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining highly functional and visually appealing web components.
You will work on creating responsive layouts and user interfaces that adapt seamlessly across various devices and screen sizes.
Your expertise in React and Next.js will be essential in implementing and integrating with data sources for real-time communication.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions while staying current with the latest trends and technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain web components using React and Next.js.
Develop responsive layouts and user interfaces that adapt to various screen sizes and devices.
Collaborate on implementing a micro-frontends architecture to promote modularity and independent development.
Utilize design patterns and best practices to ensure code reusability, maintainability, and scalability.
Implement effective state management solutions, such as Redux or Context API, for managing application data across components.
Integrate with various data sources using RESTful APIs and WebSockets for real-time and asynchronous data communication.
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code adhering to modern web development standards.
Leverage UI component libraries like Antd and Tailwind to accelerate development and maintain UI consistency.
Stay current with the latest trends and technologies in the React and Next.js ecosystem.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Continuously learn and share your knowledge to help the team grow.
Qualifications and Skill Sets
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 4+ years of experience as a professional Frontend Engineer.
In-depth knowledge of React core concepts, including components, state management, and lifecycle methods.
Expertise in state management solutions such as Redux and Context API.
Strong proficiency in Next.js for server-side rendering and static site generation.
Understanding of micro-frontends architecture and its benefits.
Experience in building responsive web applications using modern CSS frameworks.
Solid grasp of software design patterns for clean and maintainable code.
Familiarity with various data storage mechanisms (short and long term).
Experience integrating with RESTful APIs and knowledge of WebSockets.
Experience using UI component libraries like Antd and Tailwind.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Passion for building innovative web experiences and a strong desire to learn and grow.
Knowledge of using tools like JIRA, GIT, and Figma.
What 5x has to offer
100% remote company - We love to give our employees the freedom to choose where they want to work from.
Wellness - We have monthly wellness programs & workshops to make sure that all our employees are happy and satisfied.
Competitive compensation -We offer competitive compensation and meaningful equity.
Healthcare - We cover all employees’ health benefits and their dependents.
Parental leave - We value and support the family planning process and provide paid parental.
Offsite- 2 offsite a year to incredible destinations.
Continuous learning and professional growth opportunities, including leadership development.
Opportunity to lead and work on cutting-edge data infrastructure technology.

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