Job Title: Software Engineer II

Location: Remote (Must work PST timezone)

Contract: 6 Months

Rate:61.55/hr on w2

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Weekly Pay

Our team is building core backend components that support AI-driven wearable technology. This role involves designing, optimizing, and scaling backend systems that power next-generation computing experiences.

Responsibilities:

Design and implement core backend software components
Write clean, maintainable code using primarily PHP / Hack
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate features and innovations
Conduct design and code reviews
Analyze and enhance system efficiency, scalability, and stability
Own a component or feature end-to-end with deep understanding
Deliver medium-scope projects with consistent high productivity
Troubleshoot issues and make necessary system changes
Improve quality through rigorous testing, monitoring, and rollout processes

Must Have Qualifications:

3–5 years of experience as a Software Engineer
Experience designing, analyzing, and improving system resource efficiency and scalability
Experience owning a component, feature, or system end-to-end
Experience building and shipping high-quality, reliable backend software
Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve complex issues
Strong knowledge of computer hardware, software, and backend systems
Experience working with SQL or related development tools
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field

Nice to Have Qualifications:

Experience with scripting languages: Python, JavaScript, or Hack
Experience writing unit tests and achieving high code coverage
Experience with backend architectural patterns for large-scale software systems
Ability to set technical direction, drive consensus, and lead cross-functional efforts

Story Behind the Need:

This role supports the development of AI wearable devices, contributing to highly visible next-generation technology projects.

Key Projects / Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Review and approve modifications to existing databases and management systems
Guide teams on writing logical & physical database descriptions
Direct database development and manage project scope
Review user requests to estimate cost and timelines
Plan and implement system security measures
Approve and supervise installation and testing of new products & system improvements
Develop standards and guidelines for software usage and information protection

Must-Have Skills:

Strong backend engineering (90% backend work)
PHP / Hack
SQL & data source experience
Troubleshooting complex issues
Strong communication & collaboration
Ability to work in ambiguity

Nice-to-Have Skills:

Unit test development + coverage
Experience with top tech companies preferred

Interview Process:

Up to 2 rounds:
Behavioral + project experience
Coding round
Format: Zoom
Duration: 30 minutes each

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some job duties such as adhering to company policies, exercising sound judgment, managing stress, working respectfully with others, meeting client expectations, and safeguarding business operations and reputation.

Back End Developer