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Overview
Software Mind is seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Senior Backend Engineer.

In addition to a competitive salary rate and a positive work environment, we are committed to delivering high-quality technology solutions. We also offer:

• Flexible schedules
• An authentic work-life balance
• Payment in US Dollars

About the role:

We’re seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for a 6-month contract to support a Zendesk-to-cloud migration within a monolithic architecture. This role is heavily backend-focused, with no frontend component, and centers on API scripting, data transfer, and the possible development of a microservice to facilitate the migration. 

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Some of the main responsibilities for the role include: 

• You'll build tools and technology for the unique challenges presented by our business 
• Develop using interesting technologies: Ruby, Elixir, Python, React, Typescript, GraphQL, Kafka, AWS/Lambda, PostgreSQL, and DynamoDB 
• Lead and contribute to high-impact projects such as the Zendesk to Gladly migration, partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver scalable, customer-centric solutions 
• Collaborate with senior management, product management, and other engineers in the development of the product 
• You’ll be exposed to the latest technology, a ubiquitous data-driven culture, and a team of dedicated individuals ready to collaborate 
• Build software tools for better reporting and telemetry on our warehouse processes 
• Create new and innovative systems alongside streamlining and optimizing current processes 
• Experience working in the latest technology, a ubiquitous culture based upon data, and a team of dedicated members ready to collaborate 
• Contribute to solutions that aid in the tracking and retrieval of hundreds of thousands of consigned items across multiple warehouses   

Job Skills/Requirements

- +90% English written and oral (at least B2 level) with excellent communication skills 
- Experience with RoR or Python 

Preferred Skills 

- Experience with Kafka, GraphQL, Gladly, and/or Zendesk 
- Strong understanding of web technologies: React, TypeScript, HTML5, JavaScript, CSS/SASS, REST, JSON