Backend Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of backend engineering experience building production systems at scale — you've owned services from design through deployment and have navigated the complexities of debugging distributed systems. Your expertise in Java and Spring is deep — you've shipped high-throughput APIs that handle millions of requests and have strong opinions on service architecture, dependency injection, and testing strategies. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences. You are comfortable with agile methodologies and understand the importance of continuous integration and deployment in modern software development. You are a problem solver at heart — you enjoy tackling challenges and finding innovative solutions that drive business success. You are passionate about e-commerce and understand the impact of technology on customer satisfaction. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement.

What you'll do

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Coupang, you will play a critical role in enhancing our Rocket Growth business, which focuses on providing sellers with a world-class delivery and post-purchase experience. You will design and implement scalable backend systems that support our Rocket delivery network, ensuring that our services are reliable and efficient. You will collaborate with product managers, frontend engineers, and other stakeholders to define technical requirements and deliver features that meet customer needs. Your responsibilities will include writing clean, maintainable code, conducting code reviews, and mentoring junior engineers to foster their growth. You will also be involved in performance tuning and optimization of existing systems to handle increasing traffic and data loads. You will participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the overall technical direction of the team. Your work will directly impact the customer experience, making shopping easier and more enjoyable for millions of users.

What we offer

At Coupang, we offer a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged and rewarded. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and be part of a team that is transforming the e-commerce landscape. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development. Our culture is built on collaboration and continuous improvement, and we believe in empowering our employees to take ownership of their work. Join us to be part of a company that is committed to making a difference in the world of commerce.