Software Engineer II
North Star Staffing
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About the Software Engineer II Role at North Star Staffing
A leading technology organization, supported by North Star Staffing, is seeking a Software Engineer II to significantly contribute to large-scale codepath analysis and migration efforts within a substantial codebase. 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 in navigating deep stack traces and legacy infrastructure.
While this is a 100% Remote (Global) opportunity, remote work within the United States may be considered, with a preference for candidates able to work onsite in Menlo Park, CA.
Key Responsibilities
- Codebase Analysis & Migration: Perform structured codepath analysis across a high volume of related assets and support comprehensive migration efforts within large backend systems. Refactor and optimize existing code while diligently maintaining system stability.
- Debugging & Technical Investigation: Diagnose and resolve complex system-level issues. Analyze detailed stack traces and infrastructure dependencies to identify root causes across distributed systems.
- Collaboration & Execution: Partner effectively with cross-functional engineering teams to support project delivery. Translate technical findings into actionable remediation plans and contribute to valuable documentation and knowledge sharing initiatives.
- Continuous Improvement: Recommend process and tooling improvements. Support critical infrastructure modernization efforts and adapt quickly to evolving project requirements in a fast-paced environment.
Required Qualifications
- 2–5 years of professional software engineering experience.
- Strong proficiency in C++, Python, and MySQL.
- Extensive experience debugging complex systems and infrastructure.
- Proven 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
This role offers a flexible remote arrangement with an onsite preference in Menlo Park, CA. You will thrive in a fast-paced engineering environment within a collaborative, cross-functional team structure.
Key skills/competency
- C++
- Python
- MySQL
- Debugging
- Codebase Analysis
- Code Migration
- Backend Systems
- Distributed Systems
- Refactoring
- System Stability
How to Get Hired at North Star Staffing
- Research North Star Staffing's Client: Understand the technology organization's mission, values, and recent projects they are involved with, particularly in large-scale backend systems.
- Tailor your resume effectively: Highlight your 2-5 years of experience with C++, Python, MySQL, and explicit examples of debugging complex systems and large codebase navigation.
- Showcase migration and refactoring expertise: Provide concrete examples of your contributions to code migration, optimization, and maintaining system stability in your past roles.
- Prepare for in-depth technical interviews: Expect rigorous questions on distributed systems, debugging methodologies, and your ability to analyze intricate stack traces and legacy infrastructure.
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills: Be ready to discuss how you've identified root causes across distributed systems and translated technical findings into actionable solutions.
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