Senior Backend Engineer II

As a Senior Backend Engineer II at LeafLink, you will primarily be responsible for designing and refining our eCommerce workflows, leading architectural decisions, and influencing software design that impacts LeafLink’s platform. Your work will involve building integrations with third-party solutions, collaborating with agile teams, and mentoring your peers to uphold high engineering standards and practices.

Candidates for the Senior Backend Engineer II position at LeafLink should have over 5 years of experience in a fast-paced software environment, particularly focusing on B2B marketplace or eCommerce systems. Experience in regulated industries like Cannabis, proficiency in NodeJS and TypeScript, and familiarity with Agile methodologies are essential. Candidates should also have a strong background in relational databases, ORMs, and best practices in software security.

The team culture at LeafLink is vibrant and employee-centric, where collaboration and innovation are highly encouraged. As a Senior Backend Engineer II, you'll join a remote-friendly team that values open communication, problem-solving, and adaptability. The atmosphere is dynamic, offering you the chance to work alongside passionate colleagues who are dedicated to redefining the cannabis industry through technology.

A Senior Backend Engineer II at LeafLink should have significant expertise in NodeJS, TypeScript, and experience with relational databases. Familiarity with event-driven and service-oriented architectures, containerized environments like Docker and Kubernetes, and queueing systems such as Celery or SQS are also beneficial. Keeping abreast of modern technologies and advocating for their integration in our processes is crucial.

At LeafLink, a Senior Backend Engineer II can expect ample growth opportunities through mentorship, involvement in key architectural decisions, and participating in innovative projects that shape the future of the cannabis supply chain. With industry-leading perks, a flexible work environment, and ongoing support for personal and professional development, you'll be in a prime position to advance your career.

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In response, discuss your methodology for system architecture design, emphasizing the importance of scalability, reliability, and maintainability. Mention your familiarity with different design patterns and how you consider future business needs and technical advancements in your decisions.

Share the significance of APIs in your previous projects, focusing on how they facilitate communication between different services. Provide examples of how you've designed or optimized APIs for better performance and reliability in existing systems.

Explain the best practices for application security you've implemented, such as input validation, secure coding practices, and regular audits. Highlight your understanding of common vulnerabilities and how to mitigate them to protect sensitive data.

When discussing version control, emphasize your proficiency with Git, including branching strategies, pull requests, and collaboration with team members. Share specific examples of how effective version control has contributed to project success.

Discuss your approach to identifying technical debt, prioritizing it based on project timelines, and implementing solutions to address it effectively. Be sure to mention the importance of balancing new feature development with the necessary refactoring.

Reflect on aspects of backend development that excite you, such as problem-solving, working with complex systems, and the impact of your work on overall user experience. Share how your passion for the field inspires your professional growth.

Outline your strategies for staying updated, such as following relevant blogs, participating in professional networks, or engaging in open-source projects. Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning and applying new insights to your work.

Explain your process for prioritizing tasks, mentioning tools or methodologies you utilize, like Agile or Kanban. Provide examples of how you've successfully managed competing deadlines and workload to ensure project timelines are met.

Discuss your approach to testing, highlighting unit testing, integration testing, and regression testing. Mention specific tools you have used, such as Jest or Mocha, and how thorough testing contributes to the quality and stability of the application.