Back-End Engineer

As a Back-End Engineer at Intangible, your main responsibilities will include developing and maintaining server-side features and APIs, designing scalable systems that ensure high performance and availability, and building as well as managing CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure. You will also monitor, debug, and optimize services in production to ensure reliability and responsiveness for our users.

To qualify for the Back-End Engineer position at Intangible, you should demonstrate exceptional software development abilities with proficiency in back-end languages such as Python and Typescript. Additionally, experience with database management (including SQL, Postgres, NoSQL, and GraphQL) and managing cloud applications on platforms like AWS or Azure is important for this role.

Intangible values candidates who bring a breadth of experience to the table, especially in areas like implementing multi-level access and permission systems, real-time multiplayer systems, and working with AI/ML workflows. Experience in creative fields, such as working with 3D tools or platforms, is also highly regarded as it aligns with our mission to empower creatives.

The work culture at Intangible centers around collaboration, innovation, and empowerment. We are a remote-first company that values strong communication and teamwork. Our team consists of respectful individuals who believe in the power of great ideas, and we welcome opinionated discussions that lead to better outcomes while leaving egos at the door.

Yes, besides strong software development skills, we are particularly interested in candidates who have experience with asynchronous system design, cloud infrastructure management, and integrating third-party services such as AI and analytics. A passion for building tools that enhance creativity will also set you apart at Intangible.

When responding, focus on specific projects where you've designed APIs from the ground up or improved existing ones, detailing the technologies you used and how they served the user requirements. Discuss any challenges you faced and how you resolved them, showcasing your problem-solving skills.

Discuss your familiarity with strategies like load balancing, caching, and database optimization. Provide examples from past work where you successfully implemented these techniques to maintain system stability and performance.

Share specific tools and practices you have used in continuous integration and continuous deployment. Mention how these practices have improved development cycles and reduced errors in your past roles, illustrating your hands-on experience.

Explain your systematic process for identifying, isolating, and fixing bugs in live systems. Discuss any tools or techniques you rely on to monitor performance and gather data for troubleshooting.

Identify the languages you have the most experience with, such as Python or Typescript, and describe projects where you utilized them effectively. Highlight the strengths of each language in relation to specific tasks.

Provide a specific example of a project where you successfully integrated services like payment gateways, analytics, or AI features. Discuss the challenges you encountered and how you addressed them.

Discuss your experience in deploying applications, managing databases, and utilizing cloud services offered by AWS or Azure. Giving specific examples will highlight your hands-on capabilities and familiarity with these environments.

Demonstrate your understanding of asynchronous programming concepts and how they can help in building scalable applications. Share examples of how you have implemented asynchronous solutions in your work.

Provide insights into your communication strategies and collaboration tools that facilitate smooth operations in remote settings. Emphasize the importance of regular check-ins and proactive engagement to maintain team cohesion.

Share your passion for the intersection of technology and creativity. Discuss your interests that align with the company’s mission and how your background or experiences contribute to your motivation in such an environment.