Fast Facts

Join Degreed as a Senior Backend Engineer II, where you will play a key role in transforming the core platform while collaborating with a talented team to design scalable services. This remote position allows you to impact the future of learning in a globally recognized company.

Responsibilities: Lead the full software development lifecycle from concept to deployment, engage in research and architectural discussions, and troubleshoot production issues to enhance system reliability.

Skills: Expertise in C# for backend services, experience with modular system design, event-driven architecture, and cloud environments, along with strong collaborative problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in backend development, knowledge of RBAC, and familiarity with agile methodologies are essential for this role.

Location: This position is fully remote and must be based in the US.

Compensation: $140000 - $160000 / Annually

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Degreed, you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming and modernizing the core of our platform. This is an opportunity to not only write code but to help craft the foundational architecture that powers a global company, enabling product teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

You will work closely with a talented team of engineers and cross-functional collaborators to design and implement scalable services that drive customer engagement and business growth. This role challenges you to solve complex problems, optimize performance, and shape strategic initiatives that directly impact the future of learning and workforce development.

If you are passionate about building high-impact systems, thrive in an innovative environment, and want to leave your mark on the technology of a forward-thinking organization, this is the perfect role for you.

Key Skills

• C# Proficiency: Advanced expertise in developing robust, scalable backend services and APIs using C#. (8+ years of experience required)
• Collaboration and Problem-Solving: Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, analyzing and resolving complex technical challenges while aligning solutions with business goals.
• Modular System Design: Skilled in creating modular components to enhance maintainability, scalability, and system flexibility.
• Library Development: Expertise in developing reusable libraries to standardize functionality and improve development efficiency.
• Logging and Monitoring: Strong experience in implementing logging, monitoring, and alerting systems (e.g., ELK stack, Datadog) to ensure reliability and visibility.
• Event-Driven Architecture: Hands-on experience with event-driven patterns (e.g., Azure Service Bus, Azure Event Grid, Kafka) for building scalable backend systems.
• Authentication and Authorization: Deep knowledge of RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) and enhancing secure, efficient access management.
• Agile Methodologies: Experience working in agile environments, with a demonstrated ability to adapt to changing requirements and sprint cycles.
• Cloud Expertise: Practical experience deploying and managing services in cloud environments such as Google Cloud or Azure.

Key Responsibilities

• Full Software Development Lifecycle: Participate in all stages of software development, from concept to deployment, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Research and Design: Conduct research, build proof-of-concepts, and actively contribute to architecture and design discussions.
• Technical Communication: Clearly articulate complex features and systems to stakeholders and team members.
• Sprint Planning: Collaborate with Product Managers to plan and elaborate on technical stories for sprint releases.
• Production Troubleshooting: Assist in diagnosing and resolving production issues while driving improvements in system reliability and scalability.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Collaborate with teammates to make informed technology recommendations based on data.
• Technology Leadership: Contribute to team commitments on design, architecture, and project estimation.

Compensation

We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

The total pay range for this role is $140,000 - $160,000. 

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.