Software Engineer II, Backend

Job Overview:

As a Backend Developer, you will be crucial in the development, optimization, and maintenance of the server-side logic for our cloud-based SaaS applications. You will work closely with front-end developers to ensure system consistency and improve user experience. Your role will focus on writing clean, scalable code to enhance the functionality and performance of our applications.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain scalable and robust backend services and APIs.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Implement security and data protection measures.
• Design and implement data storage solutions.
• Manage cutting-edge technologies to improve legacy applications.
• Gather and address technical and design requirements.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Liaise with developers, designers, and system administrators to identify new features.

• Write clean, modular, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.
• Design and manage databases, including schema creation, queries, and optimization for relational or NoSQL databases.

• Develop and execute unit tests to ensure code quality, reliability, and robustness.
• Maintain technical documentation and participate in code reviews to foster knowledge sharing and uphold code quality.
• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot system issues to improve functionality.
• Follow emerging technologies and frameworks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5 to 8 years of experience as a backend developer
• Proven experience as a Backend Developer or similar role.
• Experience with server-side languages such as Node.js, Python or Java.
• Familiarity with front-end languages and libraries (e.g., HTML/CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery).
• Good Understanding of Microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience with database technology such as MySQL.
• Deep understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Strong understanding of version control tools like Git.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, and CI/CD tools.
• Some experience with Data streaming technologies like Kafka and Spark streaming for large scale data processing
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to perform well in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.

  Nice to Have :

• Experience with Docker / Kubernetes
• Experience collaborating with remote teams across time Zones.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.

About Picarro:

We are the world's leader in timely, trusted, and actionable data using enhanced optical spectroscopy. Our solutions are used in a wide variety of applications, including natural gas leak detection, ethylene oxide emissions monitoring, semiconductor fabrication, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, atmospheric science, air quality, greenhouse gas measurements, food safety, hydrology, ecology, and more. Our software and hardware are designed and manufactured in Santa Clara, California and are used in over 90 countries worldwide based on over 65 patents related to cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) technology and are unparalleled in their precision, ease of use, and reliability.

At Picarro, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, gender identity, social orientation, or disability. Posted positions are not open to third-party recruiters/agencies, and unsolicited resume submissions will be considered free referrals. 

At Picarro, we strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their abilities, have equal opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please contact Picarro, Inc. at disabilityassistance@picarro.com for assistance.