Senior Backend Engineer
Senior Software Engineer (Backend) – Remote
Company: Remote
Location: Anywhere (Fully Remote)
Salary: $53,300 – $119,850 USD
About Remote
Remote is solving modern organizations’ biggest challenge – navigating global employment compliantly with ease. We enable businesses to recruit, pay, and manage international teams seamlessly.
Our team spans across 6 continents (Antarctica left to go!) and operates fully remotely with a strong async culture. Innovation is at our core, with automation and AI embedded into every role.
The Position
You’ll join a cross-functional team of engineers across Frontend, Backend, SRE, and QA. Teams are structured around product verticals, and your exact team will be decided during the interview process.
You will work on building tools, APIs, and integrations powering Remote’s products.
Tech Stack
- Backend: Elixir, Phoenix
- Database: PostgreSQL
- Frontend: React, Next.js
- Infrastructure: AWS
- DevOps: GitLab (CI/CD, version control)
What This Job Offers
- Work on meaningful global-scale challenges
- High impact role in a fast-growing company
- Flexible, async work environment
- Competitive salary + stock options
- Supportive engineering culture
- Opportunities for growth and mentorship
Requirements
Must Have
- Strong engineering fundamentals
- Experience building scalable, secure production systems
- Experience with automation or agentic workflows
- Strong system design and problem-solving skills
- Experience with PostgreSQL or similar databases
- CI/CD experience (GitLab, GitHub, Jenkins)
Nice to Have
- Kubernetes
- Docker
- AWS
- Next.js
- React / Vue / Angular
Key Responsibilities
- Lead development of major engineering projects
- Collaborate across teams on HR & Payroll products
- Review code and contribute to shared codebase
- Debug and solve technical issues
- Mentor junior engineers
- Design scalable APIs and systems
- Build and implement automation workflows
- Improve platform performance and reliability
Practicals
- Team: Engineering
- Reports to: Engineering Team Leader
- Start Date: ASAP
Application Process
- Recruiter Interview
- Engineering Leader Interview
- Async Code Exercise
- Engineering Team Interview
- Bar Raiser Interview
- Executive Interview
- Offer & Background Check
Benefits
- Work from anywhere
- Flexible working hours (async)
- Flexible paid time off
- 16 weeks parental leave
- Mental health support
- Stock options
- Learning budget
- Home office setup budget
- Co-working & social event budget
Work Style
Remote operates asynchronously, allowing you to design your work schedule around your life. You’ll be empowered to take ownership and act proactively.
How to Apply
Submit your application with a PDF CV in English. If unavailable, you may include your LinkedIn profile.
Diversity & Inclusion
Remote is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and prioritize belonging. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process.