Backend Developer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Develop, maintain, and support backend services and APIs that drive customer-facing websites and marketing platforms.

• Create and sustain integrations between Marketing Operations systems (such as Marketo and Salesforce) to ensure dependable data flow and workflow automation.

• Contribute to the design and upkeep of databases to meet marketing and customer data requirements, with an emphasis on reliability and performance.

• Construct and manage APIs and services that connect with third-party platforms and internal tools.

• Enhance backend code and processes for optimal performance, scalability, and stability.

• Collaborate with front-end developers, designers, and marketing stakeholders to provide high-quality digital experiences.

• Diagnose and resolve backend issues, escalating complex problems when necessary.

• Produce and maintain clear technical documentation for systems, integrations, and processes.

• Update relevant stakeholders on progress, risks, and status updates.

⛳️ Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in developing and supporting backend systems, APIs, or services.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

• Proficient understanding of cloud-based infrastructure, preferably AWS (e.g., Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, and similar services).

• Experience in building or maintaining server-side APIs using Ruby, Python (Django, Flask), Node.js, or comparable backend technologies.

• Familiarity with marketing technology stacks and their integrations (e.g., CRM, marketing automation platforms) is highly beneficial.

• Exposure to contemporary web architectures such as composable or JAMStack environments.

• Proven experience utilizing AI tools and technologies to enhance workflows, improve decision-making, or foster innovation.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Insurance Coverage: We provide our 8Team with a range of medical, dental, and vision plans tailored to your needs, including a fully company-paid HDHP plan for employees.

• Financial perks: We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes annual bonuses, equity options, and a 401(k) or RRSP (if in Canada), with a company match for all team members.

• Time for what matters: Enjoy Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, and a parental leave program for our new parents.

• Wellness: Benefits include wellness stipends, mental health support, and one-on-one nutrition coaching.

• Learning and Development: Engage in continuous learning via 8am.edu, leadership programs, professional development funds, and personalized talent development.

• Giving back to the communities around us: Participate in our charitable matching gift program, take paid time off for volunteer service, and join company-sponsored volunteer events (both locally and virtually).

• Engagement: Join in virtual and in-person team-building events, receive quarterly award recognition through our Rise & Shine Award of Excellence Program, and utilize our peer-to-peer appreciation platform.