Backend Software Engineer II
Job Summary
Job Description
Ookla seeks a skilled mid-level Backend Software Engineer II to build next-generation platforms. Responsibilities include designing and developing high-performance APIs and tools for data ingestion and enrichment using Go, NodeJS, and other technologies. The role involves working with big data, optimizing data storage (MySQL, Postgres, Redshift, Athena, S3), collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting code reviews, and troubleshooting software issues. Maintaining legacy pipelines (NodeJS, PHP, Java) is also part of the job. The ideal candidate possesses strong programming skills, expertise in data engineering, and a passion for optimization in complex systems.
Must have:
- Proficiency in Go (preferred), NodeJS/Javascript
- API design experience (OpenAPI a plus)
- Database expertise (MySQL, Postgres)
- High-quality, scalable software delivery
- Problem-solving, analytical skills
- Collaboration and communication skills
Good to have:
- Experience with Redshift, Athena, S3
- Experience with Terraform
Perks:
- Competitive annual leave
- ESPP options
- Comprehensive benefits plans
- Pension plan contribution
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Wellness benefits
6 skills required
Job Details
Description
We’re Ookla, the company behind Speedtest, Downdetector, Ekahau, RootMetrics, and an ever-expanding suite of connectivity solutions. Our team is a group of people brought together through passion and inspired by possibility. We are looking for team members who enjoy solving complex problems, are motivated to challenge themselves, and are delighted with turning clever ideas into unique products.
Millions of consumer-initiated tests are performed through our products and billions of data points are collected globally every day. With all this measurement comes countless ways to dissect and analyze our data, and plenty of exciting opportunities to optimize our broader strategy. When you work for us, you are using Ookla data and insights to further our mission to improve connectivity for all. Join us in making the internet better for everyone!
Intro to the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled mid-level Software Engineer to join a team of passionate engineers working on building next-generation platforms. This is a unique opportunity to pave the way for innovative solutions that will empower many teams across Ookla.
As a Software Engineer on the Ookla Data Engineering Team, you’ll contribute to processing the world’s most comprehensive dataset on mobile and fixed internet performance. Your focus will be on designing and developing high-performance APIs, libraries, and tools to ingest and enrich the data that feeds our customer-facing data products.
This role offers the chance to work with big data at scale, leveraging the latest technologies. The ideal candidate has a strong programming background with expertise in data engineering, a meticulous approach to accuracy, and a passion for optimizing performance in complex systems.
Expectations for Success
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and specifications.
- Design,develop and document high-volume, efficient, and maintainable APIs using Go, NodeJS, and other relevant technologies.
- Utilize your expertise in database technologies, including MySQL, Postgres, Redshift, Athena and S3, to architect and optimize data storage and retrieval processes.
- Problem-solve with teammates to turn desired functionality into implementation plans and then ultimately into working software. Take situations with ambiguity and drive clarity.
- Collaborate with frontend engineers to ensure that functional and performance requirements are met.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and adherence to coding standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues, identifying and implementing solutions in a timely manner.
- Stay current with industry trends and advancements in web development, and actively contribute to the adoption of new technologies and best practices within the team.
- Maintain critical, high-volume legacy pipelines using NodeJS, PHP, Java and other relevant technologies.
- Collaborate with the SRE team to setup and maintain infrastructure for ingestion services using terraform
Requirements
We are looking for the right person, not the exact list of requirements. If you believe your life experience has prepared you for similar challenges, we’d like to hear from you.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in software development.
- Strong proficiency in Go (preferred), NodeJS/Javascript, and other modern languages and frameworks.
- Well-versed in designing cohesive APIs - experience with OpenAPI is a plus.
- Extensive experience with database technologies, including MySQL, Postgres.
- Proven track record of delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions.
- Excellent problem-solving, algorithmic, and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Benefits
We care deeply about each other and the work we do, and our perks are just one way we demonstrate this. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including (but not limited to):
- Competitive annual leave
- ESPP options
- Comprehensive benefits plans
- Pension plan contribution
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Wellness benefits (Calm app, gym reimbursement, ERG groups, etc)
You will have the best hardware, software, and tools available for you to do your work, and we provide excellent flexibility for working remotely as time and responsibilities allow. To promote your success and growth we offer educational opportunities, anti-racism and LGBTQIA+ resource libraries, team activities, and many more.
Inclusive Statement & EEO
If you’re passionate about joining the work we’re doing, we welcome your application and encourage applicants with both traditional and non-traditional experience that makes them an excellent candidate for the role. We strongly believe diversity of all kinds makes us better. We are an equal opportunity employer actively working to build an inclusive workforce at all levels of the company. [Read our latest diversity report from our parent company here.] Ookla is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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