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Workato is a leading integration and workflow automation platform headquartered in Palo Alto, CA. With over 1,001 employees, the company has raised $415 million in Series D funding and serves a diverse range of customers, enabling them to automate processes and integrate applications seamlessly. Wor...
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Workato • Berlin, Germany
Workato is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to optimize data systems and enhance performance. You'll work with Java and Ruby on Rails to design and manage data-intensive infrastructure. This role requires strong collaboration skills and experience in distributed teams.
You have 5+ years of backend engineering experience, particularly in building production systems that handle complex data workflows. Your expertise in Java allows you to design high-performance APIs, and you understand the intricacies of optimizing queries and data layouts for efficiency. You are comfortable collaborating in distributed international teams and possess strong communication skills, especially in English.
You stand out if you have experience designing usage and billing systems, as well as familiarity with data quality frameworks. Your background in managing data-intensive infrastructure will be invaluable in this role. Additionally, experience with Ruby on Rails will set you apart, as you will be working with various technologies to enhance our platform's capabilities.
As a Senior Backend Engineer at Workato, you will be responsible for optimizing our data systems to ensure they meet the needs of our global customer base. You will design and implement high-performance APIs that facilitate seamless data integration across various applications. Your role will involve collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to understand their requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
You will also be tasked with monitoring system performance and making necessary adjustments to improve efficiency. This includes optimizing queries and data layouts, ensuring that our systems can handle increasing loads as we scale. You will participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall architecture of our backend systems, ensuring they are robust and maintainable.
In addition to your technical responsibilities, you will mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and helping them grow in their roles. You will play a key role in fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration within the engineering team, encouraging open communication and the sharing of ideas.
At Workato, we believe in a flexible, trust-oriented culture that empowers everyone to take ownership of their roles. We offer a vibrant work environment with numerous benefits designed to support your well-being both inside and outside of work. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to a platform that is transforming how businesses operate.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Join us in our mission to simplify technology complexity and help businesses unlock new value in today's fast-changing world.
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