Senior Software Engineer

Job Overview

This Senior Software Engineer role is for someone who builds things that last. You'll tackle complex system design and architecture decisions, not just routine feature work. The position is based in Anchorage, AK, offering a chance to solve meaningful technical challenges with a team that values deep work.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of core services and APIs, ensuring they're scalable and maintainable.
• Mentor other engineers through code reviews and pairing sessions, helping elevate the team's overall output.
• Diagnose and resolve systemic performance bottlenecks or reliability issues in production environments.
• Collaborate with product managers to translate business requirements into technical specifications that make sense.
• Own the deployment and operational health of your team's services, championing observability and robust monitoring.

Requirements

• A solid background in at least one backend language like Go, Java, or Python, with experience building distributed systems.
• You've been shipping production code for 5+ years, with recent experience in a senior or tech lead capacity.
• Hands on knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and infrastructure as code tools like Terraform.
• A degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical engineering experience is expected.
• The role involves sustained periods of focused mental concentration for problem solving and debugging complex issues.

What It's Like In This Role

The environment is engineering led. You'll spend most of your time in an IDE or terminal, using tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and modern CI/CD pipelines. Teams are typically small and cross functional; you'll have autonomy but also direct accountability for your work. Expect a full time schedule where planning meetings are kept to a minimum so you can focus on building.

Why You'll Like This Opportunity

The variety here comes from the types of employers you can connect with; from established tech firms to scaling startups all hiring in Anchorage, AK. There's real potential for professional growth as you tackle different domains. Many roles offer flexibility in how and when you get your work done, along with opportunities to learn new stacks on the job.

Schedule & Work Type

This is primarily a full time position. Specific arrangements; whether fully remote, hybrid from Anchorage, AK, or onsite; will depend on the hiring employer's policy. Some part time contract engagements may also be available through the platform.

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