Software Engineer (Backend), SaaS Platform

Description:

• Design, build, and enhance backend services that power core functionality across the Censys Platform.
• Partner with Product, Design, and Frontend Engineers to deliver features that solve customer problems.
• Integrate with internal and external APIs to support data-driven experiences.
• Own the full development lifecycle, including build, test, deployment, and monitoring workflows.
• Contribute to an iterative development process with continuous improvement and rapid feedback.
• Help evolve the Censys public API as platform capabilities grow.
• Own small-to-medium features from technical design through launch with increasing independence.
• Participate in design discussions with guidance from senior engineers.
• Share on-call responsibilities and handle straightforward incidents with team support as needed.

Requirements:

• Experience writing backend services in Go (Golang).
• Foundational understanding of distributed systems and common operational challenges.
• General knowledge of database design and typical access patterns.
• Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure such as AWS or GCP.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and analytical troubleshooting skills.
• Track record of delivering well-defined work at high quality.
• Ability to know when to ask for clarification or help and learn quickly from mistakes.
• Experience building services on GCP is a bonus.
• Remote work eligibility within the United States or Canada.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of $143,000 USD - $177,000 USD for high cost of living areas, or $125,000 USD - $165,000 USD for other US locations.
• Bonus eligibility and equity.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plan with company contribution.
• Parental leave.
• Mental health and wellness benefits.
• Flexible PTO.
• Professional development stipend.

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