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Job responsibilities

  • Build high-performant, responsive and scalable software in C++, Ruby, Scala and Java
  • Collaborate with product and design teams to understand end-user requirements
  • Design and deploy service and system architecture for client projects
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to brainstorm new ideas
  • Assist in maintaining code quality through performing code review and conducting unit tests, automation
  • Conceptualize and implement solutions for data storage
  • Configure back-end usability for successful front-end integration
  • Establish back-end software engineering best practices

Minimum requirements

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
  • At least 3+ years of experience in back-end software engineering (rare exceptions for highly skilled developers)
  • Experience in PHP, Python, Ruby, Java, .NET, JavaScript, etc.
  • Strong knowledge of HTML and CSS
  • Experience with web server technologies like NGINX, Apache and J2EE
  • Solid understanding of OOP and software design principles
  • Knowledge in database management systems and NoSQL databases
  • Fluency in English language for effective communication
  • Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) with a 4 hour overlap with US time zones

Preferred skills

  • Experience with Linux/Unix
  • Knowledge of scripting languages like Perl, Shell scripting, etc.
  • Familiarity with SASS and LASS
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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How to become a back-end software engineer?

As you are undoubtedly aware, in a normal client-server design, application data is kept on the server and served as output to the client. The backend is the server-side function of a web app. That is where all of the inner workings of web applications take place, and it is also where backend engineers work.
Backend software engineers job is to write code in programming languages that allows web applications to run properly. The web server executes the code written by these engineers. In addition to producing back-end code, such engineers are in charge of creating APIs that are utilized by the mobile versions of such online apps.

What is the scope for back-end software engineers?

Backend software engineers are in high demand as the number of tech-based enterprises expands. Because accessibility is so vital these days, the number of web backend remote jobs is increasing. Businesses rely on backend software experts to assure software scalability and security. The advancements in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning have prepared the way for a new breed of entrepreneur. These entrepreneurs are doing all possible to capitalize on the demand-supply imbalance. As a consequence, backend software engineer jobs will rise as more products are produced.

What are the roles and responsibilities of a back-end software engineer?

A back-end software engineer job is to be in charge of creating the structure of a software program. They'll mostly be responsible for building business logic, server scripts, and application programming interfaces (APIs) that will be used by front-end developers and UX designers.
A suitable technical description of a junior to high level back-end software engineer job responsibilities would include:

  • The creation of reusable code libraries and frameworks.
  • Participating in regular meetings with UI/UX and other front-end teams to uncover back-end flaws and difficulties.
  • Continuously implementing security systems.
  • Inspecting server-side code on a regular basis for performance improvement.
  • Creating and putting into action data storage solutions.
  • Maintaining server stability while ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Creating a backup library before making any significant modifications to the server Configuring the back-end usability of all front-end apps.
  • Contribute to the ongoing, incremental enhancements of the UI back-end architecture.
  • Investigate and investigate cutting-edge front-end technologies in order to develop new novel features and components.
  • Create tools that boost internal productivity.
  • Participate in iterative prototyping in accordance with project specifications.
  • Collaborate with designers, front-end engineers, project managers, and QA engineers to optimize and maintain a high-quality user experience.

How to become a back-end software engineer?

Learning back-end development allows you to become acquainted with a variety of programming languages, which may really benefit your career. It might be highly advantageous if you have a rudimentary knowledge of how reasoning works. If not, you may always enroll in a basic computer language school to learn the fundamentals. This is merely to guarantee that you don't fall behind at any point along the way to learning back-end development.
Here are the actions you'll need to take:

  • It is usually preferable to understand the fundamentals of data structure and algorithm. You must have a fundamental understanding of the process, even if it is not in-depth. Basic Data Structures and Algorithms Stack, Queue, Linked List, Tree, Graph, Hashing, Sorting & Searching Algorithms, and other key programming topics should be reviewed.
  • It takes time, effort, and patience to get a back-end software engineer job. Nobody can expect to master new coding languages overnight. So, make a schedule and pick which essential programming languages you want to learn. Learning languages such as Python, PHP, Ruby, and JavaScript have grown in popularity in recent years.
  • The next logical step is to include a database system in your portfolio. There are several easy-to-use relational database management systems from which to choose. Almost every website nowadays has some type of storage, thus understanding about databases is always good.
  • You can master the fundamentals of at least one framework depending on the programming language you choose. The MVC (Model-View-Controller) paradigm is used by the majority of frameworks, including Django and Ruby-on-Rails. Although it is possible to create the entire application code in a programming language, it necessitates more effort, time, and thorough coding. Using frameworks, on the other hand, enables you to create templates and code that may be reused in the future.
  • You won't understand how things work unless you put them into action. To better grasp the ethical information you have gained thus far, you must apply the tools on a daily basis and practice. Working on tiny tasks or assignments is the best method to do this. You may begin by creating projects such as a simple To-do list, a simple blog, a photo gallery web app, a CV generator, a rudimentary project management tool, and so on.

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Skills required to become a back-end software engineer

At the end of the day, the technical and non-technical skills you develop to create a career as a backend software engineer are more important than your academic background. The first stage is to gain the fundamental abilities that will enable you to get a high-paying career in a backend software engineer job. Let's go through what you should be aware of.

1. SQL

Although technology can soon become obsolete, SQL appears to be an exception. Since the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) proclaimed SQL, or Structured Query Language, an industry-standard language in 1986, backend software engineers have been able to access and modify relational databases as needed. SQL enables programmers to easily enter and remove entries, do database searches, create new tables and stored procedures, and even define permissions on those tables and processes. SQL is a must-know if you ever need to deal with relational databases, which you almost definitely will if you land a job as a backend software developer.

2. Git

Git is an excellent choice if you need a widely used contemporary version control system that meets your needs. It is constantly being updated and open-sourced, and it was invented by the same person who built the Linux operating system. Each developer who has a working copy of the code has instant access to the whole history of changes, making it straightforward to change and restore the code. Git is one of the most powerful, versatile, and secure technologies in backend software engineer jobs.

3. Data Warehouse

A data warehouse is a queryable and examined relational database. Its goal is to provide you with a long-term view of data throughout time. A database, on the other hand, regularly updates real-time data. Backend software engineers should be conversant with the most popular data warehousing systems, such as Amazon Web Services and Amazon Redshift. AWS is required for almost all backend software engineer jobs.

4. Python

If you want to get remote backend software engineer jobs, you'll need to brush up on your Python expertise. Despite having nothing to do with the snake that inspired its name, Python is one of today's most popular computer languages. The language's popularity is well-deserved. It has been used in a variety of industries, including healthcare, banking, and travel, and it is capable of handling both basic and complex web applications. Python's syntax has been utilized to build programmes by industry heavyweights such as Spotify, Instagram, Disqus, and Dropbox.

5. Java

Java is a programming language that is mostly used for backend development. Java is mostly created in an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) before being compiled into bytecode, which is a low-level code that can be processed by a software interpreter rather than humans, making it a more robust system. A JavaScript engine, on the other hand, can generally run JavaScript in its original syntax. In general, Java can tackle more difficult programming jobs than its front-end relatives. Java is a high-performance object-oriented programming language that can operate on any system having a Java Virtual Machine, making it excellent for backend software engineer jobs. As a result, it is a valuable talent that should be developed before attending remote backend software engineer job interviews.

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How to get remote backend software engineer jobs?

Working as a developer is a lot of fun. Nonetheless, a solid understanding of programming languages is required. It is advised that you practice until your technique is mastered. Furthermore, having a product vision is required to keep in sync with the team. Good communication skills facilitate collaboration with team members and job prioritization based on long-term goals.
Turing has made your search for a remote backend software engineer job a little simpler. Turing features the best remote backend software engineer jobs to assist you build your career as a backend software engineer. Join a network of the world's best developers to get a full-time, long-term remote backend software engineer job with higher pay and professional advancement.

Why become a back-end software engineer at Turing?

Long-term opportunities to work for amazing, mission-driven US companies with great compensation.

Work on challenging technical and business problems using cutting-edge technology to accelerate your career growth.

Join a worldwide community of elite software developers.

Turing's commitments are long-term and full-time. As one project draws to a close, our team gets to work identifying the next one for you in a matter of weeks.

Turing allows you to work according to your convenience. We have flexible working hours and you can work for top US firms from the comfort of your home.

Working with top US corporations, Turing developers make more than the standard market pay in most nations.

How much does Turing pay their back-end software engineer?

Turing can help you establish a price range that will allow you to choose a successful and long-term opportunity. The bulk of our recommendations are based on market circumstances and the needs of our clients. Turing, on the other hand, is a firm believer in adaptability. As a consequence, each backend software developer has the ability to determine their own price range depending on their skills and expertise.

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We, at Turing, hire remote developers for over 100 skills like React/Node, Python, Angular, Swift, React Native, Android, Java, Rails, Golang, PHP, Vue, among several others. We also hire engineers based on tech roles and seniority.

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Currently, we have openings only for the developers because of the volume of job demands from our clients. But in the future, we might expand to other roles too. Do check out our careers page periodically to see if we could offer a position that suits your skills and experience.

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Senior Software Engineer (Ruby on Rails)

Who are we


U.S.-based fintech company specializing in providing real estate investors with streamlined access to capital. The company focuses on offering bridge and rental loans, aiming to simplify and expedite the financing process for residential real estate projects. By leveraging technology and data-driven solutions, we seek to empower investors to make informed decisions and scale their businesses efficiently.


Who we’re looking for 

  • We are looking for backend and full-stack engineers. The emphasis will be on the back end. We have both functional and cross-functional teams. The product-oriented teams are cross-functional and can work quickly without relying on dependencies to deliver the most impact in the shortest amount of time. These cross-functional teams operate like small independent business units with their own goals that align with the company's goals.
  • Experience: You are a proficient software engineer with 7+ years of professional experience and have worked in Ruby on Rails.
  • Team Player: You work in close collaboration with your teammates on a day-to-day basis, and with engineers on other teams when facing cross-cutting challenges. You are willing to ask for and give help.
  • Product-focused: You take pride in building high-quality, user-friendly products.
  • Problem solver: You excel at understanding and breaking down complex problems. You pay attention to detail. 
  • Great communicator: You are candid and honest. You can adapt your communication style to different audiences and you can effectively communicate in writing and in person  or on a video call. 
  • Self-driven: You make things happen. You show a strong desire to succeed and are looking for opportunities to learn and grow.
  • Productive/Impact-oriented: You understand product requirements and shape your work to achieve maximal impact. You use and improve on team processes and technologies and seek out and eliminate waste.
  • Leadership: You show the ability to grow your leadership skills. You engage in  peer-mentorship and focus on sharing your areas of expertise and strengths.


Your day to day 

  • Engineer: Implement well-tested features in our web applications and back-end loan origination services.
  • Maintain a high quality bar: Champion code quality with thorough PR review, focusing on test automation using unit, integration and end-to-end testing.
  • Reduce Technical Debt: Identify and act on opportunities to improve the existing code base before accomplishing the task at hand. 
  • Execute: Focus on delivering high impact initiatives that provide value to the customer on a daily basis. 
  • Collaborate: Work in a highly collaborative environment both closely with other engineers,and with our design and product teams as well as with our business stakeholders to build the right solutions for our customers.
  • Think Customer-first: Ensure that our customers are successful and happy. 
  • Define Technical Strategy: Build software consistent with the company’s technical strategy and architectural design. Contribute new ideas and improvements to the architecture.

Nice to have

  •  Programming Languages: Ruby, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Kotlin are the languages we use most. Ruby is the emphasis for this role.
  • Frontend Frameworks: React, GraphQL, Next.js
  • Backend Frameworks: Rails, Node.js, Kafka
  • Databases: Postgres, Redis 
  • Service Oriented Architecture: We are shifting from being a monolithic Rails application to a distributed set of services. Experience having done this in the past is
    super useful to us.
  • AppSec: We handle customer’s private information and we move billions of dollars around. Having experience with application security is important to us.


Offer Details

  • Contractor position (no medical/paid leave)
  • Full-time dedication (40 hours/week)
  • 6-hour overlap with PST (Pacific Standard Time)
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Sr. Data Scientist/Machine Learning Engineer

Sr. Data Scientist/Machine Learning Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist/Machine Learning Engineer to design, develop, and deploy advanced machine learning models for our digital advertising recommendation engine. You will leverage years of campaign data, along with performance metrics, to provide clients with data-driven insights on optimal digital product selection, budget allocation, and target demographics. You will work closely with Data Engineers and Backend Engineers to ensure seamless integration and deployment on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and implement machine learning models (e.g., regression, classification, collaborative filtering, deep learning) to predict campaign performance and generate recommendations.
  • Perform feature engineering, data cleaning, and preprocessing to prepare data for model training.
  • Evaluate model performance using appropriate metrics and iterate to improve accuracy.
  • Deploy and maintain machine learning models on Vertex AI.
  • Utilize BigQuery to extract, transform, and analyze large datasets.
  • Optimize model parameters for cost and performance on GCP.
  • Collaborate with Data Engineers to build and maintain data pipelines.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in machine learning and AI.
  • Communicate findings and insights to stakeholders through clear visualizations and reports.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of software development experience; 5+ years building ML models
  • Proven experience in developing and deploying machine learning models.
  • Strong programming skills in Python (with libraries like scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
  • Expertise in data manipulation and analysis using SQL and BigQuery.
  • Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Vertex AI.
  • Knowledge of statistical modeling and machine learning algorithms.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Experience leveraging LLM for specific tasks, e.g. improving data quality or generating explainable text from existing datasets.

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