Senior Backend Engineer

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Blend, you will primarily develop and maintain C#-based backend services within a microservices architecture. You’ll also work with AWS technologies like Lambda and ECS, manage SQL databases, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance and modernize key applications. Additionally, you may be involved in implementing minor frontend changes using Angular or React.

To apply for the Senior Backend Engineer position at Blend, you should have a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields, or equivalent experience. You will need strong expertise in C# and backend development, along with hands-on experience with microservices architecture and proficiency in AWS services like Lambda and ECS. Experience in managing SQL databases and familiarity with Angular or React is also essential.

Yes, the Senior Backend Engineer position at Blend offers the flexibility of fully remote work for candidates living in LATAM. If you prefer to work in-office, you are always welcome to join us at our headquarters in Montevideo for a collaborative and engaging work environment.

The team culture at Blend is dynamic and collaborative, where communication is encouraged. You’ll work alongside talented engineers in a fast-paced environment that adapts to changing tasks and priorities. Our team also enjoys social events, sports recreational activities, and various learning opportunities, fostering a sense of community and sportsmanship.

Blend is committed to your professional growth as a Senior Backend Engineer. We offer mentorship opportunities, learning programs, study plans for AWS certifications, English lessons, and collaborative sessions like Tech Tuesdays, where you can learn from your teammates and enhance your skills.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you've implemented microservices. Emphasize your role in the design, development, and deployment, and discuss how this architecture improved scalability and maintainability.

Share specific strategies you utilize for optimizing SQL databases, such as indexing, query optimization, or regular maintenance tasks. Illustrate your approach with examples demonstrating improved performance outcomes.

Discuss your hands-on experience with AWS services like Lambda, ECS, and SQS. Provide examples of how you used these technologies in your projects to scale applications and manage loads effectively.

Explain your approach to version control, code reviews, and pair programming. Highlight your experience working with various team members on shared projects, focusing on the communication strategies that have led to successful outcomes.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to narrate a situation where you encountered and resolved a complex technical issue. Focus on your thought process and the technical solutions you implemented.

Mention resources such as courses, books, webinars, or industry forums where you regularly gain new knowledge. Highlight any recent trends you've implemented in your work or shared with your team to enhance performance.

Discuss specific C# projects, frameworks you've used, and best practices you follow in service development. Emphasize your proficiency and how you've applied it to create scalable and efficient backend systems.

Explain your approach to task management, such as using agile methodologies or project management tools. Share how you communicate priorities with your team and handle deadlines effectively.

Reflect on what drives your passion for backend development, whether it’s the problem-solving aspect, the satisfaction of building robust systems, or the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies. Connect this motivation to your potential contributions at Blend.

Talk about the importance of code reviews, automated testing, and following coding standards. Provide concrete examples of how these practices have led to higher quality outcomes in past projects.