Shift4 Logo

Shift4

Senior Backend Developer

Job Posted 2 Days Ago Posted 2 Days Ago
Remote
5 Locations
Senior level
Remote
5 Locations
Senior level
The Senior Backend Engineer will design and implement scalable backend services, optimize performance, ensure security, manage databases, mentor junior developers, and lead CI/CD initiatives.
The summary above was generated by AI
Overview

Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world. As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses in virtually every industry. For more information, visit www.shift4.com.

Job Title: Senior Backend Engineer


Location: Center Valley, PA


Job Type: Full-Time

Shift4 is expanding globally and seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team! This role will play a critical role in maintaining and further developing the integration between Oracle Fusion and the in house ERP solution we’re building using Palantir Foundry with a React based UI. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, system architecture, and a passion for creating robust, efficient, and secure backend solutions.


Responsibilities:


  • System Design: Architect and implement backend services that are scalable, maintainable, and secure. This includes designing RESTful APIs, microservices, and data storage solutions.
  • Development: Write clean, efficient, and testable code such as Python. Ensure code quality through code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing.
  • Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize application performance, focusing on reducing latency, increasing throughput, and managing resource consumption.
  • Database Management: Design, implement, and optimize database schemas, queries, and transactions. Experience or familiarity working with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or similar is crucial.
  • Security: Implement security best practices including data protection, authentication, and authorization mechanisms.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure the backend systems meet business requirements and user needs.
  • Leadership: Mentor junior developers, contribute to architectural decisions, and lead by example in terms of coding standards and best practices.
  • Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD): Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines to automate testing and deployment processes.
  • Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system architecture, APIs, and operational procedures.


Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field or experience in lieu of a degree.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in backend development, with a proven track record of developing complex systems, to include: 
  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficiency in Python and Node.js (familiarity with Typescript is a plus).
    • Strong knowledge of security architecture, SAML, LDAP, SSO, OAuth2 and web protocols such as JSON, REST, XML and SOAP.
      •  
    • Strong understanding of database technologies, both SQL and NoSQL.
    • Experience with cloud services like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
    • Knowledge of software design patterns and SOLID principles.
    • Showcase exceptional ability to solve complex problems and communicate effectively across diverse teams.

Additional skills that are a plus to have: 

  • Development of integrations with Oracle Fusion ERP.
  • Application development using Palantir Foundry.

#LI-BN1


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.


Top Skills

AWS
Azure
GCP
MongoDB
MySQL
Node.js
Postgres
Python
Typescript

Similar Jobs

4 Days Ago
Remote
Hybrid
USA
135K-215K Annually
Senior level
135K-215K Annually
Senior level
Cloud • Computer Vision • Information Technology • Sales • Security • Cybersecurity
Lead backend engineering efforts to design, develop, and enhance large-scale applications, focusing on distributed technologies and systems design.
Top Skills: Go,Golang,Java8,Python,Git,Cassandra,Kafka,Elasticsearch,Kubernetes,Postgres,Redis,Aws Cloud
4 Days Ago
Remote
Hybrid
2 Locations
145K-160K Annually
Mid level
145K-160K Annually
Mid level
Big Data • Fintech • Information Technology • Insurance • Software
Develop backend services using Golang and PostgreSQL, write tests, peer review code, and ensure software security and maintainability.
Top Skills: Ci/CdDockerGoOpenapiPostgresProtocol BuffersRamlSwagger
7 Days Ago
Easy Apply
Remote
U.S.
Easy Apply
Senior level
Senior level
eCommerce • Software • Design • SEO
As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll design and implement scalable backend services, manage access control, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring high-quality code and collaborating with product teams.
Top Skills: Amazon Web ServicesApolloEc2GraphQLJavaScriptKafkaLambdasMongoDBNode.jsS3Typescript

What you need to know about the San Francisco Tech Scene

San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area attracts more startup funding than any other region in the world. Home to Stanford University and UC Berkeley, leading VC firms and several of the world’s most valuable companies, the Bay Area is the place to go for anyone looking to make it big in the tech industry. That said, San Francisco has a lot to offer beyond technology thanks to a thriving art and music scene, excellent food and a short drive to several of the country’s most beautiful recreational areas.

Key Facts About San Francisco Tech

  • Number of Tech Workers: 365,500; 13.9% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
  • Major Tech Employers: Google, Apple, Salesforce, Meta
  • Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, cloud computing, fintech, consumer technology, software
  • Funding Landscape: $50.5 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
  • Notable Investors: Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, Bessemer Venture Partners, Greylock Partners, Khosla Ventures, Kleiner Perkins
  • Research Centers and Universities: Stanford University; University of California, Berkeley; University of San Francisco; Santa Clara University; Ames Research Center; Center for AI Safety; California Institute for Regenerative Medicine
By clicking Apply you agree to share your profile information with the hiring company.

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account