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Senior Backend Engineer

AppLovin
Toronto
$218K-$235K a year (estimated)
Full-time

About AppLovin

AppLovin makes technologies that help businesses of every size connect to their ideal customers. The company provides end-to-end software and AI solutions for businesses to reach, monetize and grow their global audiences.

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To deliver on this mission, our global team is composed of team members with life experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that mirror our developers and customers around the world.

At AppLovin, we are intentional about the team and culture we are building, seeking candidates who are outstanding in their own right and also demonstrate their support of others.

Fortune recognizes AppLovin as one of the Best Workplaces in the Bay Area, and the company has been a Certified Great Place to Work for the last four years (2021-2024).

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Introduction :

AppLovin’s Array team is seeking an experienced senior Backend Software Engineer to join our team. Array is a seamless, end-to-end app management suite that delivers more value for mobile operators and end users by tapping into AppLovin’s massive app ecosystem.

In this role, you will architect, develop, and operate Java services that are deployed to millions of users. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our backend services.

Responsibilities :

  • Design and develop high-volume, scalable backend services using Java and other relevant technologies.
  • Optimize system performance and ensure system scalability.
  • Participate in system design reviews, code reviews and provide feedback to ensure the best practices.
  • Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to develop software solutions that meet business needs.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify requirements and plan new features.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during development, testing, and production.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in backend development, and continuously improve our development processes.

Requirements :

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 4+ years of experience as a backend software engineer.
  • Experience building distributed systems capable of handling large volumes of traffic.
  • A deep understanding of system design, data structures, and algorithms.
  • Product-focused mindset and good communication skills. Enjoy working in a team-oriented environment that values excellence.
  • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and services.

Bonus Points :

  • Experienced in tools and technologies such as gRPC, GCP, BigQuery and Bigtable.
  • Proficient in Kotlin.

Perks :

  • Competitive salary and equity compensation
  • Free medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Work from home stipend each paycheck
  • 401k matching and employee stock purchase plan
  • Flexible time off - take time when you need it
  • AppLovin provides a competitive total compensation package with a pay-for-performance rewards approach.

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