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Backend Engineer at Otter | Mountain View, CA

OtterMountain View, CA
On-site Full-time From $137K/yr

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Experience Level

Entry Level

Qualifications

Who We Seek We value diverse experiences and are looking for individuals who are passionate about tackling complex challenges. Basic Qualifications: Proficiency in backend programming languages such as Java or Go. Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Redis. Experience working with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure. Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems. Strong debugging and problem-solving abilities. Preferred Qualifications (for Senior Levels): Experience with containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.

About the job

About Us

At Otter, we empower restaurateurs to thrive in the digital food delivery landscape. Our innovative platform is trusted by globally recognized brands like Chick-fil-A, Ben & Jerry’s, KFC, and Eataly. We are passionate about enhancing the dining experience and simplifying online ordering for restaurants of all sizes.

Your Role

As a Backend Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing our core systems that drive critical applications. Your responsibilities will adapt to your unique strengths and interests, allowing you to focus on:

  • Infrastructure: Build and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performance systems to ensure operational excellence.
  • Platform: Develop robust APIs and developer tools that enhance team efficiency and scalability.
  • Product: Engineer backend services that support customer-facing applications for a seamless user experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect and implement scalable backend systems and APIs.
  • Ensure high performance, reliability, and security of systems.
  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to deliver comprehensive solutions.
  • Engage in code reviews, testing, and documentation to uphold quality standards.
  • Mentor junior engineers or take on leadership roles as per your expertise.

About Otter

Otter is dedicated to revolutionizing the online food delivery space for restaurants of all sizes. Our software solution simplifies processes, increases sales, and minimizes delivery-related challenges, helping restaurants focus on what they do best — serving customers.

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