Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kopius is a company passionate about technology and driven by the potential of its partners to make a difference. They are seeking a Sr Software Engineer to work on backend development in the eCommerce sector, focusing on improving site performance, stability, and visibility through various technical solutions.
Responsibilities
- Work on resolving a backlog of backend and SEO-impacting technical tickets to improve overall site performance, stability, and visibility
- Develop, maintain, and optimize backend services and components using Elixir/Phoenix
- Implement integrations, APIs, and data workflows that support application scalability and reliability
- Ensure code quality, performance, and adherence to best practices for security and maintainability
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, SEO, front-end) to deliver backend solutions aligned with technical and business requirements
- Troubleshoot, debug, and improve backend functionality across distributed systems
- Contribute to architectural decisions, system improvements, and backend optimization initiatives
Skills
- Intermediate/Advanced English skills with strong communication abilities
- Self-motivated, quick learner, and adaptable to new technologies and legacy systems
- Thrives in a team environment, actively contributes to collaboration, fostering a sense of community
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to issue resolution. Embraces new ideas to enhance problem-solving processes
- 4–6 years of experience in backend development
- Strong hands-on experience with Elixir/Phoenix or similar functional backend frameworks
- Experience working with full-stack infrastructure components (Docker, Postgres, OpenSearch, sockets, Erlang/Elixir, AWS)
- Solid understanding of how backend architecture impacts SEO, performance, and technical optimization
- Proven experience debugging, testing, and maintaining large-scale or distributed backend applications
- Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple priorities
Benefits
- Remote Work & Results-Driven Projects: Work remotely while focusing on delivering great outcomes.
- KopiusLab: Trainings, workshops, and company-sponsored courses to keep your skills sharp.
- Career Growth: Clear opportunities to develop your skills and advance in your career.
- Language Learning: Online English classes to enhance communication.
- Referral Program: Bonuses for bringing top talent onboard.
- The Box: Quarterly snacks and swag delivered to your door.
- Keep Moving: Monthly reimbursement for fitness or physical activity memberships.
- Kopius Readers: Quarterly reimbursement for book purchases.
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