Software Engineer, Backend, Automate (Senior Level)

As a Senior Backend Software Engineer at Instabase, you will design and build robust, scalable backend systems while collaborating closely with frontend engineers to develop intuitive APIs. Your role involves working with product managers and designers to address user pain points, interfacing with other teams to integrate features, troubleshooting production issues, and contributing to the overall stability of our systems. You’ll also have the chance to mentor others and set the technical direction for your team.

To qualify for the Senior Backend Software Engineer role at Instabase, candidates should possess over 5 years of industry experience in backend software engineering. A degree in Computer Science, or a related technical field, is required, along with a genuine passion for software engineering design and keeping up with AI/ML developments. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for success in this position.

At Instabase, we prioritize professional growth and mentorship for Senior Backend Software Engineers. You’ll have the opportunity to set technical and cultural standards for your team, while also participating in initiatives that promote the growth of the entire engineering organization. Our environment encourages leadership and innovation, allowing you to take on challenges that enhance your career.

Collaboration is integral to the Senior Backend Software Engineer position at Instabase. You will work closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and designers to ensure that the features you develop are user-friendly and meet customer needs. Engaging with various engineering teams also helps create a cohesive development environment and fosters better integration of systems.

The company culture at Instabase is dynamic, innovative, and supportive. We are a people-first organization that values curiosity and experimentation. As a Senior Backend Software Engineer, you’ll be part of a team that is passionate about problem-solving and driving the future of technology while working in a hybrid model that allows for flexibility.

When answering this question, provide concrete examples of projects where you designed backends to handle varying levels of load and scale efficiently. Mention the technologies and architectural patterns you utilized, how you approached performance optimization, and any challenges you faced during the implementation.

Discuss your process of cross-collaboration with frontend engineers and stakeholders to gather requirements. Emphasize user feedback cycles and usability testing, highlighting how these interactions shape the APIs and improve overall user experience.

Explain your systematic approach to diagnosing production issues, including using logging, monitoring tools, and analytical skills. Share examples of past experiences where you resolved issues and improved system stability.

Mention your commitment to continuous learning through reading industry publications, attending webinars, and participating in workshops or conferences focused on AI and ML technology. Describe any specific projects or implementations that reflect this knowledge.

Share a specific instance where you worked collaboratively with other departments to integrate features. Describe the communication processes, tools used, and how the final product benefitted from this collaborative effort.

Discuss your mentorship philosophy, focusing on inclusivity, support, and guiding junior engineers through challenges. Highlight specific examples where your mentorship positively impacted their growth and skill development.

Talk about your organizational skills, time management strategies, and tools you use to prioritize tasks effectively. Provide examples of how prioritization led to successful project delivery during tight timelines.

Emphasize your belief in the importance of user feedback, detailing how you collect it through various channels and incorporate it systematically into your development process to enhance product features.

Share your coding practices that focus on readability, comments, and adhering to best coding standards. Mention any guidelines or frameworks you follow to ensure high-quality code.

Discuss your experience with Agile methodologies, explaining how they improve team collaboration and project outcomes. Provide examples of successful projects executed within Agile practices and how they benefitted from an iterative approach.