Senior Back End Engineer, Platform

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and scale backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Postgres.
• Implement highly distributed and resilient architectures in AWS and Kubernetes environments.
• Create shared infrastructure services and tooling used across Altruist’s product teams.
• Mentor and guide teams on secure coding practices and resilient, performant code.
• Use automated testing practices to maintain high-quality code.
• Collaborate with engineering leadership, product managers, and cross-functional teams.
• Work independently while contributing to a collaborative Platform team.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience building scalable backend services at a B2B financial services, fintech, or SaaS organization.
• Proficiency with Java, Spring Boot, and REST APIs.
• Expertise in microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Strong SQL knowledge, including Postgres and MySQL.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.
• Understanding of performant and reliable systems.
• Ability to quickly learn modern technology stacks such as Kubernetes, Kafka, Temporal, and Snowflake.
• Preferred experience with AI best practices, particularly Claude.
• Preferred experience with cloud infrastructure, especially AWS.
• Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines, with GitLab as a plus.
• Familiarity with Debezium, Temporal, and OpenTelemetry.
• Knowledge of brokerage platforms and the financial services industry.
• A relevant B.A. or B.S. degree is preferred, but equivalent experience and understanding are valued.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement with three in-office days per week at the Culver City or San Francisco FiDi location.
• $170,000–$215,000 annual salary range for Los Angeles, California.
• Competitive pay and equity for eligible positions.
• Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) savings plan with a 4% match and immediate vesting.
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave after one year of employment.
• Professional growth opportunities, an employee mobility program, and an annual learning and development budget.
• Company discounts on pet insurance, fitness, cell phone plans, travel, and other services.
• Financial guidance program.
• One month of work-from-anywhere eligibility, with some country exceptions.