
About Coupang
Delivering convenience to millions in South Korea
Key Highlights
- Publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker CPNG
- Valuation of approximately $60 billion post-IPO
- Over 17 million active customers using the platform
- Employs 1,000-5,000 people across various roles
Coupang is a leading e-commerce platform in South Korea, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Seoul. The company serves millions of customers with its fast delivery service, Rocket Delivery, which promises same-day or next-day delivery on a wide range of products. Coupang went public in March 2021, ...
🎁 Benefits
Coupang offers competitive salaries, stock options, generous paid time off, and a flexible remote work policy to support work-life balance....
🌟 Culture
Coupang fosters a customer-centric culture, emphasizing speed and efficiency in its operations. The company values innovation and encourages employees...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Coupang is hiring a Staff Backend Engineer to focus on capacity and performance engineering. You'll leverage your expertise in Java and Spring to develop high-performance web applications. This role requires proven experience in backend engineering and familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS and GCP.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in backend engineering with a proven track record of developing and operating web applications using Java and the Spring Framework. Your experience includes working with microservices architecture and designing large-scale system architectures that can handle significant traffic and data loads. You possess a deep understanding of cloud computing platforms such as AWS and GCP, which you have utilized to enhance system performance and reliability. You are familiar with open-source technologies and have a broad experience in software development and system engineering, allowing you to tackle complex challenges effectively. Your knowledge of Agile software development methodologies enables you to work efficiently in fast-paced environments, and you are comfortable with large-scale data processing and migration tasks. A master's degree in a computer science-related field is a plus, but your hands-on experience is what truly sets you apart.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for enhancing the capacity and performance of Coupang's backend systems. You will design and implement solutions that ensure high availability and scalability of our services, contributing to the overall user experience. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and frontend engineers, to define system requirements and deliver robust solutions. Your role will involve conducting performance testing and optimization, ensuring that our applications can handle millions of requests efficiently. You will also mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and best practices to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team. As part of your responsibilities, you will stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies, applying them to improve our systems and processes. You will have the opportunity to lead initiatives that drive innovation and enhance our service offerings, making a significant impact on our business.
What we offer
At Coupang, you will be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to transforming the e-commerce landscape. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in an environment that encourages creativity and innovation, where your contributions will directly influence our mission to provide exceptional customer experiences. Join us and be a part of a company that is at the forefront of the e-commerce revolution, where you can make a real difference in the lives of millions of customers.
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