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Backline Software Support Engineer

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Remote Full-time $75K/yr - $80K/yr

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:4–7 years of experience in SaaS product support or software engineering. Proficient in SQL and relational database management. Strong understanding of web application architecture, REST APIs, and integrations. Hands-on experience with debugging tools such as Postman, Fiddler, or Wireshark. Excellent root cause analysis and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with at least one programming or scripting language (JavaScript, Python, or C#). Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Able to manage multiple complex cases independently. Desired Qualifications:Experience with the Accela Civic Platform, Citizen Access, or Accela Mobile. Knowledge of Azure or AWS architecture and monitoring tools. Experience in enterprise SaaS support or GovTech environments. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.

About the job

Note: This is a remote position; candidates must reside in the United States and be legally authorized to work in the U. S. at the time of application.

About the Role:

Join our dynamic team at Accela as a Backline Software Support Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in resolving complex software issues and ensuring the optimal performance of our products. Your expertise will not only help us troubleshoot but will also guide and mentor our Frontline Engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Act as the primary escalation point for unresolved cases from the Frontline team.
  • Reproduce intricate issues within sandbox or test environments to identify root causes.
  • Perform in-depth log analysis, API tracing, and SQL-level data validation.
  • Detect software defects and collaborate closely with Product Management and Engineering teams for debugging, verification, and validation of fixes.
  • Work alongside CloudOps to diagnose infrastructure, performance, or integration challenges.
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to Frontline Engineers.
  • Contribute to the creation of internal documentation, technical training, and troubleshooting guides.
  • Engage in post-mortems and defect triage meetings.
  • Identify recurring patterns and escalate systemic product or process issues.

About Accela

Accela is a leading provider of cloud-based solutions designed to enhance civic engagement and streamline government operations. We empower organizations with innovative tools that improve efficiency and transparency, fostering a better connection between governments and their citizens.

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