Senior Software Engineer II, Core Experience

Posted 21hrs ago

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Senior Software Engineer II enhancing backend systems for grocery delivery app. Leading innovation in backend services and developing features for improved shopping experiences.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, build, and maintain high-quality backend applications.
  • Lead the development of our backend system's roadmap, prioritizing scalability and reliability.
  • Innovate and think creatively to develop new features that enhance our customer's shopping experiences.
  • Own and lead major components of our product, ensuring they meet both internal standards and external expectations.
  • Collaborate across teams to foster a unified approach to product development, facilitating consensus and driving effective outcomes.
  • Responsible for the strategic planning and execution of projects you oversee, from inception to deployment and maintenance.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of backend development experience, with a strong record of project delivery.
  • Proficiency in backend languages, such as Ruby or Go.
  • A solid foundation in unit testing and problem-solving.
  • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to lead and collaborate with diverse teams.
  • Holds a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience with recommender systems and personalization algorithms.
  • Familiarity with ML model development and iteration.
  • Deep understanding of feed architecture principles.
  • Skilled in the use of monitoring and observability tools like Datadog.
  • Extensive experience with database management, particularly PostgreSQL.

Benefits:

  • Instacart provides highly market-competitive compensation and benefits in each location where our employees work.
  • Offers may vary based on many factors, such as candidate experience and skills required for the role.
  • Additionally, this role is eligible for a new hire equity grant as well as annual refresh grants.