Software Engineer II, Backend (Online Storage)

For our client, we are seeking a Software Engineer II, Backend (Online Storage) to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.
This role will focus on building and scaling backend cache services that support reliable online storage and high-performance production systems. The engineer will partner closely with client teams and cross-functional stakeholders to improve caching strategies, automate operations, and strengthen service availability. The work will involve distributed systems, infrastructure automation, and support for stateful services in a fast-moving financial technology environment.
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $133,000 – $183,000 annually
Responsibilities
Build and scale cache services using Redis and Valkey, managing cluster migrations end to end
Productionize cache clusters, including capacity planning and staged rollouts
Automate cache requests with self-service workflows to improve efficiency
Define SLOs and build alerting systems for production operations
Collaborate with client teams on caching strategies and roadmap integration
Break down larger projects into manageable tasks for timely delivery
Engage in product development lifecycle activities, collaborating with various stakeholders
Monitor and support the availability of team services, participating in on-call efforts
Qualifications
2+ years of experience as a software engineer
Proficient in Python or Kotlin for backend systems
Familiar with distributed systems and technologies like AWS, MySQL, Redis/Valkey, Terraform, and Kubernetes
Experience with Redis, Valkey, or similar in-memory stores in production
Ability to analyze caching workloads and their performance metrics
Skilled in automating infrastructure operations with Terraform and Kubernetes
Experience in on-call support for stateful services and incident resolution
Strong communication skills for effective collaboration across teams
Benefits
100% health coverage for employees and their dependents
Monthly stipends for tech setup and wellness options
Flexible time off and generous holiday calendars
Employee stock purchase plan allowing stock purchase at a discount
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.

Work arrangement
Yes