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Senior Backend Engineer - Endless Commerce

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in back-end software development, with a strong emphasis on Ruby on Rails
  • Proficiency in database design and management, particularly with PostgreSQL
  • Familiarity with background processing using Sidekiq or similar tools
  • Experience with cloud-based platforms (e.g., Heroku, AWS, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines

Responsibilities

  • Develop, test, and deploy back-end services and APIs using Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, and other components in our stack
  • Architect scalable solutions to handle high-volume data and transaction processing
  • Maintain and optimize existing code to ensure the stability and performance of the platform
  • Collaborate with front-end engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define, design, and ship new features

About the company

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Pear VC

Private Equity & Venture Capital

We’re specialists in pre-seed and seed. We partner with founders at the earliest stages to turn great ideas into category-defining companies.

Company details

Company typeStartup
IndustryPrivate Equity & Venture Capital
Company size11 - 50

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Job description

Who we are:

At Endless Commerce, we’re transforming multi-channel commerce infrastructure with a platform that streamlines order management, fulfillment, and integrations for businesses of all sizes. Our innovative solutions empower brands to optimize operations using modern technology and a robust, scalable architecture. We’re a dynamic team dedicated to building reliable, elegant and efficient software with tools like Ruby on Rails, Sidekiq, PostgreSQL, Redis, and Heroku. Our mission is to deliver seamless, high-performance experiences that drive success for our clients.

The role:

As a Senior Back-End Software Engineer, you’ll play a key role in shaping our core platform and driving impactful enhancements. You’ll design, implement, and maintain backend services that support a growing user base, tackle scaling challenges, and optimize performance. Working closely with a dynamic team of engineers and stakeholders, you’ll influence architectural decisions, establish best practices, and enhance system reliability. Your contributions will directly impact the platform's scalability, efficiency, and overall success.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, test, and deploy back-end services and APIs using Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, and other components in our stack.

  • Architect scalable solutions to handle high-volume data and transaction processing.

  • Maintain and optimize existing code to ensure the stability and performance of the platform.

  • Collaborate with front-end engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define, design, and ship new features.

  • Monitor production systems, resolve incidents, and implement improvements to prevent future issues.

  • Mentor junior developers and contribute to our culture of continuous learning and improvement.

  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following best practices for software development.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience in back-end software development, with a strong emphasis on Ruby on Rails.

  • Proficiency in database design and management, particularly with PostgreSQL.

  • Familiarity with background processing using Sidekiq or similar tools.

  • Experience with cloud-based platforms (e.g., Heroku, AWS, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.

  • Solid understanding of RESTful API design and web application architecture.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  • Strong level of engagement and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams.

Nice-to-haves:

  • Experience with Redis for caching and message queuing.

  • Knowledge of error monitoring tools such as Bugsnag or similar platforms.

  • Familiarity with logging solutions like Coralogix.

  • Understanding of front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular) to facilitate better back-end integration.

  • Previous experience working in a startup or fast-paced development environment.

  • Previous experience with ERP and e-commerce platforms. 

  • A passion for mentoring and helping others grow.

  • Experience working in Agile environments using Jira and Confluence.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and bonuses.

  • Flexible working hours and remote work options.

  • Professional development opportunities.

  • Generous vacation policy and paid time off.

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.

  • 401(k) with company match.

  • A collaborative culture that values growth and work-life balance.

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