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Engineer - Backend

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As a Engineer on the Platform and Core Integrations team at Shipt, you will be responsible for designing, building, and optimizing the systems and services that power Shipt's core systems and Platform Integrations. You will be collaborating with staff, principal, senior engineers and the product team to drive the architecture delivery for the success of business goals. Additionally, you should be comfortable working in an Agile environment and follow agile practices.
You will work on a team of about 5 engineers to design, develop, test, deploy and maintain application code using Golang, Postgres, Redis and Kafka in a micro-services architecture. You will work with cross-functional teams to address various challenges in supporting core systems, ensuring the stability, scalability, and performance of applications.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

2+ years experience working on end to end software development lifecycle.
You know how to develop backend microservice applications.
You are able to build software applications that run in production using Golang or a similar programming language like Java, C#, C/C++ or Python.
You enjoy reviewing and collaborating with other engineers on their code.
You are able to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
You are passionate about participating in the design process to build efficient, scalable, and maintainable architecture.
You are willing to monitor and own the platform and core integrations team and be part of weekly on-call production support rotation.
Strong knowledge of testing fundamentals; unit, integration, e2e, etc.
Experience with Postgres, Redis, and Kafka.

Work Arrangement

Shipt considers candidates located near a Shipt office or workspace in Birmingham, San Francisco, or Minneapolis to be hybrid, which means that they have the flexibility to work from home (with leader approval) or at a Shipt office in order to facilitate the ability to innovate, collaborate, and spark team connections. In-office expectations will vary by role and leader. Certain roles may require in-office presence on a full-time basis. Please work with your recruiter to learn more about the classification of this role.

About Shipt

Shipt is a retail tech company that connects people to reliable, high-quality delivery with a personal touch. Shipt connects customers to the things they want from the stores they love, retail businesses to more satisfied customers, and workers to new earning opportunities.

At Shipt, we aim to put our team first to boost a sense of belonging, spark opportunities for growth, provide unique benefits and commit to giving back to our communities in ways that make life better, both personally and professionally. We understand that our service, our culture, and our connection to our communities are only made better by every single person who shows up to work here every day. Learn More.

Shipt is an independently operated, wholly owned subsidiary of Target Corporation and available in more than 5,000 U.S. cities. Shipt was founded and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. For more information, please visit Shipt’s company site at Shipt.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion or religious belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection if you need any accommodations.

Employees (and eligible family members) are covered by medical, dental, vision and more. Employees may enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also be eligible to receive discretionary vacation for exempt team members, paid holidays throughout the calendar year and paid sick leave. Other compensation includes eligibility for an annual bonus and the potential for restricted stock units based on role.

Pay Range:

Metro Areas of Boston, District of Columbia, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and New York City:

$75,900-$151,700

All other locations:

$63,100-$126,300

Please note that the salary range above is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

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What You Should Know About Engineer - Backend, Summit Health

At Shipt, we’re looking for an enthusiastic Engineer - Backend to join our Platform and Core Integrations team in Birmingham, Alabama. In this role, you won't just be writing code; you'll be designing and optimizing systems that are the heartbeat of Shipt's services. You’ll collaborate closely with talented engineers and product teams to ensure that our architecture aligns with our business goals. If you're comfortable working in an Agile environment and enjoy the collaborative spirit of a small team, you’ll fit right in. With your 2+ years of experience in the software development lifecycle, you'll build backend microservices using Golang, Postgres, Redis, and Kafka. As a part of a dedicated team of five, your work will ensure our core systems remain stable, scalable, and efficient. We believe in teamwork and communication, so your ability to share and improve code with your peers is crucial. Plus, you will participate in an on-call rotation, taking ownership of our platform's success. If you’re passionate about creating maintainable architecture and eager to engage in the design process, Shipt is the place for you to ignite your career and make an impact while enjoying a flexible hybrid work arrangement. Join us and be a part of a community that values growth, collaboration, and making life better for everyone.

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What responsibilities does the Engineer - Backend at Shipt have?

As an Engineer - Backend at Shipt, your main responsibilities include designing, building, and optimizing the systems and services integral to Shipt’s core functions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the architecture, ensuring the stability and performance of applications with technologies like Golang, Postgres, Redis, and Kafka.