Photon

Backend Engineer

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full-time Senior level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

Requirements:

10+ years of professional experience in backend development using Microsoft .NET (C#).

Strong experience with Azure services, including AKS, Azure Functions, and Azure SQL Database.

Proven experience in designing and implementing microservices architectures.

Experience with API development and integration.

Solid understanding of Kubernetes and containerization.

Experience in supporting mobile applications with backend services.

Strong understanding of database design and optimization.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Experience that outweighs technology knowledge. Meaning, more experience in general development, and less exposure to our specific technology is more desirable than someone who has memorized our tech, but has no practical experience.

Must be an owner of the projects assigned.

Must be able to bring ideas to the table and challenge the status quo.

Must be able to simplify and optimize.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.

Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Application Insights).

Experience with message queues and event-driven architectures.

Familiarity with DevOps practices.

Experience with performance tuning and scaling large-scale applications.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Technology & IT API integration MySQL SQL Backend Engineer Senior level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Backend Engineer role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Photon?
  3. Which of API integration, MySQL and SQL have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. How have you led people, improved a process, or made a hard decision in a previous role?
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with API integration, MySQL and SQL.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Backend Engineer role because I can bring practical experience in API integration, MySQL and SQL, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Photon needs from this hire.

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