Software Engineer, Platform - New Orleans, LA, USA
RemoteHunter · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $170,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Build and maintain critical backend services.
- Focus on payments, analytics, and APIs.
- Improve system performance and user experience.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Support B2B client integrations.
About the role
About Our Client
The organization develops text-to-speech technology designed to remove reading barriers and support learning. Its products convert various text formats into audio, enabling users to read faster and retain more information. The technology serves over 50 million users worldwide across multiple platforms including mobile apps, desktop applications, and browser extensions. The organization operates fully remotely with a diverse, global team of specialists from leading tech companies and academic institutions.
About the Opportunity
The Software Engineer, Platform role is focused on building and maintaining backend services critical to the organization's products, including payments, analytics, subscriptions, and text-to-speech APIs. This position contributes strategically to product development by improving system performance and user experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting B2B client integrations. The role matters because it ensures backend reliability and scalability, directly impacting the quality and availability of the organization's services.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain robust APIs, including public and internal services
- Manage backend API infrastructure to optimize performance and maintainability
- Collaborate on B2B solutions to meet customization and integration needs
- Work with teams to align backend architecture with product strategies and user experience goals
Requirements
- Proven backend development experience with TypeScript and Node.js
- Experience with Google Cloud Platform; knowledge of AWS, Azure, or other cloud providers
- Ability to prioritize tasks effectively based on urgency and impact
- Preferred: Experience with Docker and containerized deployments
- Preferred: Proficiency in deploying high availability applications on Kubernetes
Pay Range and Compensation Package
The United States based salary range for this role is 140,000 to 200,000 USD per year plus bonus and stock options, depending on experience.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive compensation
Equal Opportunity Statement
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Key skills/competency
- Backend Development
- TypeScript
- Node.js
- APIs
- Google Cloud Platform
- Cloud Computing
- System Performance
- Scalability
- Docker
- Kubernetes
Skills & topics
- Software Engineer
- Platform Engineer
- Backend Developer
- TypeScript
- Node.js
- Google Cloud Platform
- GCP
- APIs
- Cloud Computing
- Remote
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your TypeScript, Node.js, and Google Cloud Platform experience.
- Showcase backend expertise: Quantify achievements in API development and system performance.
- Address requirements: Detail experience with Docker and Kubernetes if applicable.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss system design and cloud architecture.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary technology stack for the Software Engineer, Platform role at RemoteHunter's client?
- The primary technology stack for this Software Engineer, Platform role involves TypeScript and Node.js for backend development, with a strong emphasis on Google Cloud Platform. Experience with Docker and Kubernetes is also preferred.
- Is this a remote position, and if so, where are the work-from-home opportunities located?
- Yes, this is a fully remote position. The company operates globally with a diverse team, indicating opportunities for remote work regardless of your location, though the salary is United States based.
- What specific backend services will a Software Engineer, Platform be responsible for?
- A Software Engineer, Platform will be responsible for building and maintaining backend services critical to the organization's products, including those related to payments, analytics, subscriptions, and text-to-speech APIs.
- What is the salary range for the Software Engineer, Platform position?
- The United States based salary range for this Software Engineer, Platform role is between $140,000 and $200,000 USD per year, plus bonus and stock options, commensurate with experience.
- What are the preferred qualifications for this Software Engineer, Platform role?
- Preferred qualifications for this Software Engineer, Platform role include experience with Docker and containerized deployments, as well as proficiency in deploying high availability applications on Kubernetes.
- Does RemoteHunter directly hire for this Software Engineer, Platform position?
- No, RemoteHunter acts as a connector to help exceptional candidates find roles and then guides them to complete their full application directly through the hiring company's career page or ATS. RemoteHunter is not the Employer of Record for this role.