Software Engineer II
North Star Staffing
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Job Description
About the Role
North Star Staffing is seeking a Software Engineer II to support large-scale codepath analysis and migration efforts across a substantial codebase. This role focuses on analyzing, debugging, and migrating complex assets primarily within a large-scale backend environment.
The ideal candidate has strong debugging skills, can quickly understand intricate technical systems, and is comfortable navigating deep stack traces and legacy infrastructure. This is a contract opportunity. While remote work within the United States may be considered, there is 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 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, and 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, and contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing.
- Continuous Improvement: Recommend process and tooling improvements, support infrastructure modernization efforts, and adapt quickly to evolving project requirements.
Required Qualifications
- 2–5 years of professional software engineering experience.
- Strong proficiency in C++, Python, and 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
This role offers an onsite preference in Menlo Park, CA, within a fast-paced engineering environment. You will be part of a collaborative, cross-functional team structure.
Key skills/competency
- Software Engineering
- C++
- Python
- MySQL
- Debugging
- Code Migration
- Backend Systems
- Distributed Systems
- Code Analysis
- Refactoring
How to Get Hired at North Star Staffing
- Research North Star Staffing's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in C++, Python, MySQL, and debugging complex backend systems for the Software Engineer II role. Quantify achievements in code migration or refactoring.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Expect questions on data structures, algorithms, system design, and deep dives into your debugging and codebase analysis experience.
- Showcase problem-solving skills: Be ready to discuss how you've tackled complex technical challenges, analyzed stack traces, and identified root causes in previous roles.
- Demonstrate communication: Practice articulating technical concepts clearly and concisely, reflecting the collaborative nature of North Star Staffing's engineering teams.
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