SPAN is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to drive the development of robust, scalable systems for our smart electrical panel technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our platform that revolutionizes home energy management.

As a Senior Backend Engineer at SPAN, you will play a pivotal role in building and maintaining the backend infrastructure that powers our intelligent electrical panels and connected app. Our mission is to decarbonize the grid by making home energy management seamless and efficient, and your work will directly contribute to scalable services handling real-time data from thousands of devices.

You'll design and implement RESTful APIs, optimize database queries for performance, and ensure high availability through robust error handling and monitoring. Working closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and data scientists, you'll tackle challenges like integrating IoT protocols and ensuring security compliance for sensitive energy data.

This remote contract position offers the chance to innovate in the cleantech space, with opportunities to influence product direction and grow your expertise in distributed systems. Join us in creating a more sustainable future through smart technology.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development
• Proficiency in languages like Python, Java, or Go, with strong knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Familiarity with microservices architecture, APIs, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in agile environments
• Strong communication skills and experience with version control systems like Git

• Competitive monthly salary in the range of $6000-$9000
• Fully remote work with flexible hours
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Generous paid time off and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and stock options
• Collaborative, innovative culture with access to the latest tools and technologies
• Home office setup allowance