Senior Software Engineer, Backend

As a Senior Software Engineer, Backend at Tatari, you will architect new features, collaborate across the organization to make informed technology choices, and design data models for efficient storage and retrieval. Essential duties include leading technical discussions, reviewing peer code, and working alongside data scientists and product managers to devise advanced analytic capabilities.

To succeed as a Senior Software Engineer, Backend at Tatari, you should have over 6 years of software development experience with proficiency in Python and a strong foundation in both object-oriented and functional programming. A minimum of 4 years in scalable distributed systems and modern data stacks, along with deep SQL expertise and experience in handling complex data models, is also essential.

In the role of Senior Software Engineer, Backend at Tatari, you will engage extensively with a modern data stack that includes tools like RDS, Databricks, Spark, and Kafka. Familiarity with OLAP databases such as Snowflake or BigQuery would also be advantageous as we aim to enhance our data processing capabilities.

At Tatari, the work environment for the Senior Software Engineer, Backend is collaborative and inclusive. You will be surrounded by a team of smart, creative individuals who value empathy and open communication. Our culture encourages mentorship and supports a healthy work-life balance, making it a fulfilling place to grow your career.

Tatari offers a comprehensive benefits package for the Senior Software Engineer, Backend position, including competitive total compensation ranging from $165,000 to $190,000, equity compensation, unlimited PTO, health insurance coverage, and a generous budget for continued education. In addition, enjoy snacks, catered lunches, and monthly wellness days.

When discussing your experience with object-oriented programming, highlight specific projects where you utilized these principles. Speak about how you designed classes, managed inheritance, and the benefits these principles brought to the maintainability and scalability of your projects.

To effectively answer this question, illustrate your methodologies for ensuring scalability, such as load balancing, data partitioning, and using microservices architecture. Share examples from previous experience that demonstrate your success in designing systems that handle increased traffic efficiently.

When asked about SQL query optimization, discuss strategies such as indexing, query restructuring, and analyzing execution plans. Provide real-world examples where you successfully improved query performance and the tools you utilized to monitor and measure improvements.

Detail your experience with modern data stacks during the interview. Mention specific tools you have used (like Databricks or Airflow) and explain how they contributed to effective data management or analytics in projects you’ve handled.

Discuss techniques that promote maintainability, such as adhering to design patterns, writing clear documentation, and performing regular code reviews. Share examples of your approach to testing, including unit tests, integration tests, and continuous integration practices.

Focus on a specific example where you faced a challenging technical issue. Outline the problem, your thought process in breaking it down, the solutions you implemented, and the resulting positive impact. This shows your problem-solving skills and technical competence effectively.

When addressing team conflicts, emphasize your emphasis on open communication, empathy, and seeking common ground. Share an example of a past conflict resolution that led to a positive outcome, demonstrating your ability to work collaboratively even during disagreements.

This is an opportunity to showcase your teamwork skills. Talk about a specific project where you worked with data scientists to improve analytics capabilities. Describe your role in bridging the gap between engineering and data science and how it benefited the project's end goals.

Discuss your passion for solving problems, creating efficient systems, and your enjoyment of the learning journey in software development. Share examples of projects that excited you and how your motivation translates into high-quality work.

Explain how you stay current with industry trends and technologies. Mention resources like online courses, coding challenges, workshops, or tech communities you engage with. Stress how continuous learning has positively influenced your development skills and career.