Software Engineer II
North Star Staffing
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Job Description
About the Role
North Star Staffing is seeking a skilled Software Engineer II to lead large-scale codepath analysis and migration efforts within a significant codebase for a leading technology organization. This contract role primarily involves analyzing, debugging, and migrating complex assets within a large-scale backend environment.
The ideal Software Engineer II will possess strong debugging capabilities, a knack for quickly grasping intricate technical systems, and comfort navigating deep stack traces and legacy infrastructure. While 100% remote work globally is supported, candidates able to work onsite in Menlo Park, CA, are preferred, and remote work within the United States will be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Codebase Analysis & Migration: Perform structured codepath analysis across a high volume of related assets. Support migration efforts within large backend systems. Refactor and optimize existing code while maintaining system stability.
- Debugging & Technical Investigation: Diagnose and resolve complex system-level issues. Analyze detailed stack traces and infrastructure dependencies. Identify root causes across distributed systems.
- Collaboration & Execution: Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to support project delivery. Translate technical findings into actionable remediation plans. Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing.
- Continuous Improvement: Recommend process and tooling improvements. Support infrastructure modernization efforts. Adapt quickly to evolving project requirements.
Required Qualifications
- 2–5 years of professional software engineering experience.
- Strong proficiency in:
- C++
- Python
- MySQL
- Experience debugging complex systems and infrastructure.
- Ability to analyze and understand large, existing codebases.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with large-scale backend systems.
- Familiarity with code migration or refactoring initiatives.
- Exposure to distributed systems architecture.
- Experience navigating and troubleshooting production environments.
Work Environment
- Onsite preference: Menlo Park, CA.
- Fast-paced engineering environment.
- Collaborative, cross-functional team structure.
Key skills/competency
- Codepath analysis
- Backend systems
- Debugging
- Code migration
- C++
- Python
- MySQL
- Distributed systems
- Refactoring
- Problem-solving
How to Get Hired at North Star Staffing
- Research North Star Staffing's mission: Understand their values and the technology organization they partner with for this Software Engineer II role.
- Tailor your Software Engineer II resume: Highlight your C++, Python, MySQL, and debugging expertise for large-scale backend systems.
- Showcase migration projects: Emphasize experience in codepath analysis, refactoring, and distributed systems architecture in your portfolio.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss complex debugging scenarios and your approach to understanding legacy codebases.
- Demonstrate problem-solving: Articulate your analytical thinking and how you've resolved intricate system-level issues.
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