Backend Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of backend engineering experience, focusing on building production systems that scale effectively. You've owned services from design through deployment and have navigated the complexities of debugging distributed systems. Your expertise spans multiple programming languages, including Java and Python, and you are comfortable with various backend technologies.

You possess deep knowledge of scalable service architecture and have experience with databases such as MySQL and Cassandra. Your familiarity with caching solutions like Redis and message brokers like Kafka allows you to optimize performance and reliability in your applications. You are also well-versed in containerization and orchestration technologies, particularly Docker and Kubernetes, which you use to streamline deployment processes.

Collaboration is key for you; you thrive in cross-functional teams, working closely with product managers, designers, and client-side engineers to ensure that technical implementations align with business needs. You enjoy mentoring and supporting other engineers, fostering a culture of learning and technical excellence within your team.

Desirable

Experience with Elasticsearch and GraphQL is a plus, as these technologies are integral to the services you will be building. You are also open to exploring new tools and frameworks that can enhance the Strava experience for users.

What you'll do

As a Senior Server Engineer on the Achieve Team, you will design, build, and maintain scalable backend services that support product and feature initiatives for the Progress Tab on Strava’s mobile app. Your role will involve developing and optimizing APIs that integrate seamlessly with client-facing applications, delivering impactful features that enhance user engagement.

You will collaborate with cross-functional partners to align technical implementation with business objectives, ensuring that the services you build meet the needs of millions of athletes worldwide. Your contributions will directly influence the Strava experience, helping users connect, motivate, and achieve their personal bests.

Mentoring junior engineers will be a key part of your responsibilities, as you help foster a culture of growth and technical excellence within the team. You will also be involved in code reviews and technical discussions, sharing your insights and expertise to elevate the overall quality of the codebase.

What we offer

Strava follows a flexible hybrid work model, allowing you to spend more than half of your time on-site in our San Francisco office. You will be part of a mission-driven company that believes in the power of movement to connect and drive people forward. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Join us in motivating people to live their best active lives, and be part of a team that is dedicated to building innovative solutions for athletes around the globe.