Senior Engineer, Backend

Who you are

You have 5+ years of backend engineering experience, building production systems at scale — you've owned services from design through deployment and have navigated complex distributed systems issues with confidence. Your expertise in backend technologies allows you to contribute effectively to team discussions and decisions.

You are familiar with the challenges of working in a fast-paced environment and understand the importance of making data-driven decisions to enhance product offerings. You thrive in collaborative settings, where you can share your knowledge and learn from others.

Your experience includes working with various programming languages and frameworks, enabling you to adapt to the technology stack used at Tide. You are passionate about creating efficient and scalable solutions that meet the needs of small and medium enterprises.

You have a strong understanding of software development best practices, including code reviews, testing strategies, and production monitoring. You are committed to continuous improvement and enjoy mentoring junior engineers to help them grow in their careers.

Desirable

Experience with cloud services and modern development tools is a plus, as is familiarity with agile methodologies. You are open to learning new technologies and approaches that can enhance your contributions to the team.

What you'll do

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Tide, you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing backend services that support our innovative banking solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

You will take ownership of engineering practices, ensuring that the solutions you develop are robust, scalable, and maintainable. Your contributions will directly impact the user experience for over 1.6 million members globally, as you work on features that streamline banking processes for SMEs.

You will participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to your peers, fostering a culture of excellence within the engineering team. Your insights will help shape the technical direction of projects and influence architectural decisions.

You will also be involved in troubleshooting and resolving production issues, ensuring that our services remain reliable and performant. Your ability to analyze complex problems and implement effective solutions will be key to your success in this role.

What we offer

At Tide, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of engineers who are passionate about making a difference in the small business banking sector.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and career growth. You will be part of a company that values innovation and encourages you to take ownership of your work.

Join us in transforming the banking experience for SMEs and make a real impact in the industry. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your unique perspective could be just what we need.