Sr. Software Engineer, Backend

As a Senior Software Engineer, Backend at Mezmo, your primary responsibilities will include designing systems for Pipeline Integrations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality software features, and maintaining the ongoing performance of integrations. You'll also provide mentorship to junior team members and ensure all coding standards are upheld, reflecting the quality and reliability expected by our customers.

To qualify for the Sr. Software Engineer, Backend role at Mezmo, candidates should have a solid understanding of computer science fundamentals, experience with Kubernetes or similar microservices architecture, and proficiency in programming languages like Rust and Node.js. Strong communication skills are essential as you will lead technical discussions and collaborate with multiple teams to deliver effective solutions.

At Mezmo, the culture is collaborative, inclusive, and centered around solving complex challenges. Sr. Software Engineers work in a supportive environment where they're encouraged to take ownership of their projects while also contributing to the team's success. We embrace a remote-first culture, allowing team members from diverse backgrounds and locations to succeed together.

Success as a Sr. Software Engineer, Backend at Mezmo requires strong skills in data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems. Familiarity with databases like Mongo and Postgres is essential, along with a working knowledge of DevOps practices. You'll also need the ability to navigate technical roadblocks and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

In this role, you’ll work on challenging projects involving the development and enhancement of Mezmo’s Telemetry Pipeline. This includes creating systems for managing and optimizing vast amounts of data, designing integration features that enhance functionality, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure a seamless user experience for our platform.

When answering this question, detail your specific experiences with microservices, techniques you've implemented such as scaling or optimizing, and how these experiences relate to the needs of Mezmo’s Telemetry Pipeline. Highlight any leadership roles or projects where you led a team through microservice development.

In your response, outline your systematic approach to debugging, including identifying patterns, using logs, and engaging with peers for insights. Explain how this methodology helps maintain high coding standards, something crucial for a Sr. Software Engineer at Mezmo.

Discuss your coding practices such as following coding standards, conducting thorough code reviews, and utilizing automated testing. Emphasize the importance of writing clear, understandable code for the sake of your team and product continuity.

Illustrate your approach to effective communication—how you ask probing questions, clarify needs, and ensure that you capture all aspects of the requirement. Relate this to past experiences where clear communication led to successful project outcomes.

Share your genuine enthusiasm for technology and problem-solving. Discuss your interest in software innovation, the joy of creating efficient systems, and how working at Mezmo aligns with your passions, especially in handling large datasets.

Elaborate on your understanding of DevOps principles, how you’ve successfully integrated them into your work practices, and the benefits of such collaboration in software development and deployment. Highlight any personal success stories related to this culture.

Recall a specific technical problem, explaining your thought process, the actions you took to resolve it, and the tools or methodologies that helped. Focus on demonstrating resilience and a proactive approach.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning through online courses, tech meetups, or following industry leaders. Mention any specific areas of interest that are relevant to the Sr. Software Engineer role at Mezmo.

Explain the importance of open communication and collaboration in resolving conflicts. Share a past experience where you engaged in healthy discussion to reach a consensus and how that shaped a successful team outcome.

Highlight your experience with specific CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) and how you utilized them to create smooth deployment workflows. Discuss the impact of these practices on your past projects and outcomes.