Title: LatAM Backend Engineer
Location: GLOBAL REMOTE
Type: Full-time
Workplace: remote
Category: SPORTY Technical
JobDescription:
Sporty’s sites are some of the most popular on the internet, consistently staying in Alexa’s list of top websites for the countries they operate inIn this role, youll be responsible for developing microservices in a distributed deployment environment with an emphasis on containerisation with Docker and K8S. You wont just be writing simple CRUD applications, but instead will be working on the core logic of complex systems that are accessed millions of times a day. We wrote our system from scratch about 3 years ago, so youll be working with the latest technology and wont have to worry about decades old legacy code.A willingness to work in Springboot is fine – as long as you are willing to learn and have demonstrable experience in an object-oriented programming language.Our Stack (we don’t expect you to have all of these)Backend Application Framework: Spring Boot (Java Config + Embedded Tomcat)Micro Service Framework: Spring Cloud Dalston (Netflix Eureka + Netflix Zuul + Netflix Ribbon + Feign)Database Sharding Middleware: Lede CetusDatabase: MySQL and MongoDB,Mybatis, DruidPublic Cache: AWS ElastiCache + RedisMessage Queue: Apache RocketMQDistributed Scheduling: Dangdang Elastic JobData Index and Search: ElasticSearchLogReal-time Visualization: ElasticSearch + Logstash + KibanaBusiness Monitoring: Graphite + GrafanaCluster Monitoring: AWS CloudwatchTasking: Elastic JobServer: NettyResponsibilitiesDevelop highly-scalable mobile internet backends for millions of usersWork with Product Owners and other development team members to determine new features and user stories needed in new / revised applications or large/complex development projectsParticipate in code reviews with peers and managers to ensure that each increment adheres to original vision as described in the user story and all standard resource libraries and architecture patterns as appropriateRespond to support calls for applications in production for quick diagnosis and repair to keep things running smoothly for usersParticipate in all team ceremonies including planning, grooming, product demonstration and team retrospectivesMentoring less experienced team membersPotential On-Call responsibilities depending on team and tenureRequirementsMust be based in LatAMMinimum of 3+ Years within a relevant rolePreferred experience in Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Data and iBATISStrong experience with highly-scalable web backendsExperience designing highly transactional systemsAdvanced proficiency in Object Oriented Design (OOD) and analysisAdvanced proficiency in application of analysis / design engineering functionsAdvanced proficiency in application of non-functional software qualities such as resiliency andmaintainabilityAdvanced proficiency in modern behavior-driven testing techniquesDeep understanding of MicroservicesProficient in SQLExpert knowledge of application development with technologies like RabbitMQ, MySQL, Redis etcStrong experience with container and cloud solutions such as Docker, Kubernetes and AWS CloudAn ability to work independentlyExcellent communication skills in EnglishBenefitsQuarterly and flash bonusesWe have core hours of 10am-3pm in a local timezone, but flexible hours outside of thisTop-of-the-line equipmentReferral bonuses28 days paid annual leaveAnnual company retreat – we all went to Thailand & Dubai together in 2023 and we aim to have 2 more trips in 2024!Highly talented, dependable co-workers in a global, multicultural organisationPayment via DEEL, a world class online wallet systemOur teams are small enough for you to be impactfulOur business is globally established and successful, offering stability and security to our Team MembersOur MissionOur mission is to be an everyday entertainment platform for everyoneOur Operating Principles1. Create Value for Users2. Act in the Long-Term Interests of Sporty3. Focus on Product Improvements & Innovation4. Be Responsible5. Preserve Integrity & Honesty6. Respect Confidentiality & Privacy7. Ensure Stability, Security & Scalability8. Work Hard with Passion & PrideInterview Process30 min HackerRank TestRemote video screening + ID check with our Talent Acquisition TeamRemote 90 min video interview loop with 3 x Team Members (30 mins each)ID Check Via Zinc & 2 references from previous employers24-72 hour feedback loops throughout processWorking at SportyThe top-down mentality at Sporty is high performance based, meaning we trust you to do your job with an emphasis on support to help you achieve, grow and de-block any issues when they’re in your way.Generally employees can choose their own hours, as long as they are collaborating and doing stand-ups etc. The emphasis is really on results.As we are a highly structured and established company we are able to offer the security and support of a global business with the allure of a startup environment. Sporty is independently managed and financed, meaning we dont have arbitrary shareholder or VC targets to cater to.We literally build, spend and make decisions based on the ethos of building THE best platform of its kind. We are truly a tech company to the core and take excellent care of our Team Members.
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