Senior Backend Software Engineer, MapQuest – Los Angeles, CA Id-2840

The Role You Will Have:

 

    • Help architect and build out the infrastructure of our API platform: Lead the transformation of our backend from . NET to Nodejs, leveraging shared services used by thousands of developers on the MapQuest developer network to enhance our platform’s scalability and performance.
    • Design, implement, and maintain . NET and Nodejs services: Start by working extensively with . NET while progressively transitioning to Nodejs, creating efficient and robust backend solutions, and ensuring seamless integration with existing services.
    • Work with both Azure SQL and MongoDB databases: Optimize data access and storage across both relational and non-relational databases. You’ll have the flexibility to choose the best tool for the job, ensuring a robust and flexible backend to support high-traffic applications.
    • Own tasks end to end, taking projects through the full engineering lifecycle: From concept to deployment, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality features and improvements.
    • Collaborate and problem solve with engineers and stakeholders: Work closely with a talented team to identify challenges and develop innovative solutions.
    • Operate with a high degree of autonomy and lightweight planning processes: Enjoy the freedom to make impactful decisions while maintaining a focus on agile methodologies.
What You Will Bring:

 

    • 5+ years of development experience: Proven track record in building and maintaining complex systems that scale to thousands of users.
    • 2+ years of hands-on production experience in developing and maintaining backend services: using both C# and Nodejs. Candidates with experience in Java and Python are encouraged to apply.
    • 2+ years of experience working with relational databases such as SQL Server, MySQL, or Postgres
    • 2+ years of experience working with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, DocumentDB, or DynamoDB
    • Able to adhere to best practices and coding conventions: Commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code. Experience working with GIT in a collaborative environment, creating pull requests, and performing code reviews.
    • Excellent communication and time management skills: Ability to clearly articulate ideas and manage your time effectively to meet deadlines.
    • Mapping APIs: Experience with mapping APIs (e.g., Google Maps API, OpenStreetMap) is a big plus
    • Open source contributions are a plus
What We Have to Offer:

 

    • Competitive salary + bonus + equity
    • Generous PTO + 11 company holidays
    • Open sick time
    • 100% covered Medical, Dental, Vision for employees
    • 401k with match
    • Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
    • Paid professional development
    • Leadership & growth opportunities
    • Virtual company and team building events
The U. S. base salary range for this full-time position is $171,500 – 257,300 + bonus + equity +
benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range
displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire
salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is
determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills,
experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the
specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note
that the compensation details listed in U. S. role postings reflect the base salary only, and
do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
System1’s headquarters is located in Marina del Rey, CA with additional offices in
Bellevue, WA and Guelph, ON, Canada. Employees near office locations are returning to
the office. Location-specific policies and available accommodations will be discussed
during the interview process.
System1 allows fully-remote work in the following approved locations: Arizona, Colorado,
Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon,
Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia. Prospective U. S. employees who live
outside of any of these states will need to establish residency in one of the approved
states prior to employment. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as applicable.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
System1 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for
employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to
race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran
status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring,
placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,
compensation and training.
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