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Senior Backend Engineer

$90k-150k/hr•Full-timeRemote

location_onSouth Downtown, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States

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Job Description

About the Role

We are hiring on behalf of our client in the high-growth Web3 and DeFi sector who is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join its core Platform team. This organization builds and evolves the distributed backend systems that power its primary products and customer-facing solutions.

The successful candidate will design and operate complex systems, manage Web3 infrastructure, and collaborate closely with product and platform engineers to deliver reliable, scalable solutions. This role is ideal for an engineer who values strong ownership, thoughtful system design, and maintains a high bar for code quality. The client fosters an environment that prioritizes building solid systems and moving quickly without compromising standards, leveraging modern tools—including AI—to maximize efficiency.

Work location

Work model: Remote

South Downtown, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States

Atlanta, Georgia

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Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleDesign and build scalable distributed backend systems
  • check_circleManage backend services throughout their entire lifecycle
  • check_circlePartner with product and engineering peers on strategy
  • check_circleBuild platform backend components and protocol integrations
  • check_circleEnsure high standards of code quality, performance, and security
  • check_circleOperate effectively in a fast-paced startup environment
  • check_circleLeverage AI-assisted tools to improve development velocity

Requirements

  • verified5+ years professional experience designing and building distributed backend systems
  • verifiedProfessional experience with Python 3
  • verifiedExperience with Docker and Kubernetes
  • verifiedExperience with Postgres/SQL, MongoDB, or Cassandra
  • verifiedExperience with AWS
  • verifiedExperience with Sentry, Prometheus, and Grafana
  • verifiedStrong foundation in algorithms, data structures, and software design patterns
  • verifiedHands-on experience with blockchain systems, dApps, or smart contracts (highly preferred)
  • verifiedKnowledge of Golang (bonus)
  • verifiedLocation within +/- 3 hours from CET (EST / Europe preferred)

Benefits & Perks

check_circleComprehensive medical insurancecheck_circleFlexible work schedulecheck_circleFull remote work support including software, equipment, and coworking membershipscheck_circleUnlimited days-off policycheck_circleRelocation support and travel to industry festivals and global events

Frequently asked questions about Senior Backend Engineer at MLabs

What does a Senior Backend Engineer at MLabs do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Senior Backend Engineer at MLabs will design and build scalable distributed backend systems; manage backend services throughout their entire lifecycle; partner with product and engineering peers on strategy; and build platform backend components and protocol integrations.
What are the requirements for this Senior Backend Engineer role?expand_more
To qualify for the Senior Backend Engineer at MLabs position, applicants should have: 5+ years professional experience designing and building distributed backend systems; Professional experience with Python 3; Experience with Docker and Kubernetes; Experience with Postgres/SQL, MongoDB, or Cassandra; Experience with AWS; and Experience with Sentry, Prometheus, and Grafana.
What is the salary range for Senior Backend Engineer at MLabs?expand_more
The advertised salary range for Senior Backend Engineer at MLabs is $90k-150k/hr.
Where is the Senior Backend Engineer role at MLabs located?expand_more
Senior Backend Engineer at MLabs is based in South Downtown, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States. This is a remote role.
Is this Senior Backend Engineer job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
MLabs has listed this Senior Backend Engineer role as remote.
How much experience is required for this Senior Backend Engineer role?expand_more
Senior Backend Engineer at MLabs typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
What skills do you need for the Senior Backend Engineer role at MLabs?expand_more
Key skills for Senior Backend Engineer at MLabs include python 3; docker; kubernetes; postgres; sql; mongodb; cassandra; and aws.
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Senior Backend Engineer at MLabs is part of the Information Technology job category on Recrutus.