Senior Backend Developer

Job Overview:

As a Sr Software 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 and other stake holders to ensure system consistency and improve user experience. Your role will focus on designing, 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.
• Lead some of the design aspects of different services and components.
• 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.
• Follow emerging technologies and frameworks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience as a backend developer
• Proven experience as a Backend Developer or similar role.
• Strong experience with server-side languages such as Python and Java.
• Familiarity with front-end languages and libraries (e.g., HTML/CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery).
• Good Understanding of Microservices architecture.
• Some experience with Apache Kafka for real-time data streaming and event processing.
• Some working experience in Apache Spark and Spark Streaming for large-scale data processing.
• 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.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to perform well in a team-oriented environment.

Nice to Have :

• Experience with Docker / Kubernetes
• Some working experience with Big Data technologies will help.
• Experience collaborating with remote teams across time Zones.

About Picarro: 

We are the world's leader in timely, trusted, and actionable data using enhanced optical spectroscopy. Our solutions are used in various 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. They are used in over 90 countries worldwide based on over 65 patents related to cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) technology. They 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.