Senior Backend Developer

Senior Backend Developer at 15Five - Djangojobs.NetLoginRegisterJobsCompaniesPostAboutPricingSalaryContactSenior Backend Developerat15FiveSan Francisco,CA,United StatesNov 23, 2021ROLE MISSIONWe take pride in our position as an innovator in the Human Resources landscape. This wouldn’t be possible without our outstanding team of engineers that apply next-generation thinking to our software - their abilities allow us to continually elevate the user experience and push leading performance-management technology into the global market.Senior Backend Software Engineers elevate 15Five by evolving our application using the latest software development infrastructure and methods. Senior Back-End Software Engineers ensure high responsiveness and performance to requests from the frontend. This is a key role that supports our wider R&D Team to build our product based on Best-Self philosophy. Senior Back-End Software Engineers have deep technical expertise as well as confidence in guiding balanced... decision-making when it comes to the development of various features within the product.OUTCOMESWork with your squad to build, test, and deploy new featuresCreate or update internal APIs to support new feature developmentWrite tests to cover new code and maintain our target of 80% test coverageReview pull requests submitted by other backend engineers on the squadParticipate in regular squad meetings and share project updatesSolve problems by writing high-quality codeWrite efficient, easy-to-understand, and flexible code that results in increased customer valueApply 15Five standards, guidelines, and practices to writing quality codeMake logical decisions keeping in mind various tradeoffs and main stakeholdersBalance complexity, readability, performance, maintainability, flexibility, and other tradeoffsLead problem-solving initiatives and escalate problems with a wider scope in a timely mannerHelp maintain high technical standards in our applicationActively participate in discussions about adopting new standards or new technologiesReview pull requests for engineers outside your own squadIdentify technical challenges and suggest solutions through our Review For Comments (RFC) processMonitor error reporting and application performance within your squad’s domainHave a strong sense of connection to the outcome(s) of our product and the impact it has on our customersWork closely with product and design teams and other 15Five teams to understand the needs of our customers and the strategy behind the product vision and missionHelp 15Five Engineering grow and develop into a better, more mature organizationParticipate in code reviews, using each opportunity for training and mentoring the wider Engineering teamBuild and maintain engineering processes, standards, guidelines, and best practicesAdhere to guidelines, making sound decisions on a case-by-case basis and escalating as necessaryDevelop processes to minimize situations that require decisions outside of established rulesAssist and mentor other engineers in their professional developmentParticipate in the hiring process, evaluate and screen candidates, conduct or lead interviews when requiredCOMPETENCIESSeen as a subject matter expert with strong working knowledge in the subject areaAble to solve difficult problems and improve results by leveraging data and technologyFocus mainly on tactical execution with some attention on strategic effortsRecognize and plan work-arounds for potential obstacles from within the Engineering department and your designated squadAble to work well with minimal supervision and maintain productivity independentlyManage day-to-day issues that arise without needing to escalate to the managerProactively identify and propose new ways to contribute to the company/teamEagerness to mentor other team members to foster learning and growthAccountable for own decisions and act as an informed participant in team-level decisionsProactively propose ideas to improve 15Five’s culture and support others’ ideas, rather than detractContribute to an inclusive and effective environment for collaborationEnsure teammates and fellow employees feel a sense of belongingUnderstand and articulate 15Five’s position within the competitive landscapeDESIRED EXPERIENCE4+ years of experience with back-end web-based application development2+ years of experience with Python development, preferably with the Django frameworkExperience writing modular, well-structured codeExperience analyzing, improving, and debugging server-side codeExperience modeling data and implementing those models in DjangoExperience working in remote teamsAble to work efficiently with relational databases using the Django ORM as well as other meansHighly proficient in one or more technical areas of back-end software development: Django development, database optimization, performance optimization, code structure, asynchronous process analysis, automated test developmentStrong communication skills across multiple office and remote settings, cultures, and time zonesAble to collaborate well with a team of designers, product managers, and business stakeholdersUnderstand the need for strong cooperation between back-end, front-end, DevOps, and QA teamsUnderstand the cross-functionality of various technical systemsUnderstand the connections and interdependencies between teams and departmentsUse a balanced approach to writing clear, maintainable performance codeProduce exceptional output and work qualityComfortable owning projectsHave a strong reputation for accountability and reliabilityEnjoy working in a team but can thrive working independentlyDesire to always be learning and staying on top of the latest trends and technologiesPassionate about being extraordinary in both your work life and personal lifeDeeply aligned with the Engineering team’s values and philosophySAMPLE WEEK IN THE LIFEMonday: Begin the week with the all-hands Boost to hear company updates and meet new hires, join the squad stand-up, then review pull requests and write code for product features/bugsTuesday: Determine technical details or implementation with the squad before joining the squad huddle to review top-level initiatives, then research and resolve 2 bugs and write product codeWednesday: Meet with your manager for a 1:1 followed by the company Boost for an in-depth department update, spend the rest of the day on a project from your engineering working groupThursday: Join the bi-weekly Engineering meeting ahead of global happy hour, review pull requests, write code for product features and/or bugs, and write your 15Five check-inFriday: Participate in the Question Friday Boost call, join a planning session for the upcoming spring, write product code, and then finish your week by submitting your 15FiveABOUT 15FIVEFounded in 2011, 15Five equips HR leaders to play a strategic role in their company’s growth. HR leaders use 15Five to combine engagement, performance, and OKRs on one platform so they can make insightful decisions and take strategic action. Unlike other ‘command and control’ performance systems, 15Five uses the latest in people science to turn managers and employees into self-driven owners of performance and engagement. To further the impact of talent on company growth, 15Five also provides education, coaching, and community for HR leaders, managers, and employees. HR leaders at over 2,800 companies, including Credit Karma, Spotify, and Pendo, rely on 15Five’s software and services to make their talent a growth driver.At 15Five we focus on building a diverse team that prioritizes inclusivity and celebrates everyone’s unique identity. We are proud of our thriving hybrid culture that supports a remote-first workplace balanced with distributed office hubs, and annual opportunities for all employees to connect in person. We also offer: full Medical, Dental, and Vision, employer paid Term, Short Term and Long Term Disability, paid Sick Time Off, Military Leave, Jury Duty Leave, Unlimited Vacation, flexible work arrangements, up to 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave for birth and non-birth parents, Bereavement Leave, therapy and relationship counselling, weekly Best-Self Time, monthly stipend for wellness, monthly reimbursement for phone and/or internet, Sabbatical Program accessed at 5 or 7 Years and Retirement Account Program with 4% match at 6 months employment. We also provide extensive training and development such as strengths discovery and alignment and Manager specific development opportunities.For more information see:Our Mission, Vision & ValuesOur People and CultureDiversity, Equity & InclusionOur Personal & Professional Development ResourcesReading over the role description and feeling like you don’t check every box? That’s okay; if you think you have what it takes but don’t necessarily meet all the criteria, please apply—you could be exactly who we are looking for!Position: Employee Work Schedule: Full-time Remote: Yes Relocation: No Salary: 120,000-130,000How to ApplyPosition is expired. Thanks for your interest.EmployersSign UpPost a JobPricingEmployers FAQsJob SeekersSearch JobsUpdate ProfileCreate ProfileDeveloper DashboardAgreementsTerms of a ServiceDistance Sales ContractPrivacy PolicyDelivery & Returns PolicyFollow UsTwitterFacebookLinkedinRSSContactEmail: admin@djangojobs.net2012-2023 © Djangojobs.Net. ALL Rights Reserved. Frequently Asked Questions| Terms of Service| Privacy PolicyDjango is a registered trademark of the Django Software Foundation|DjangoJobs is not associated with the Django Software FoundationThis site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policyand Terms of Serviceapply.#J-18808-LjbffrShow full descriptionCollapse