Junior Backend Dev
confidential
Location
🇺🇸 Austin, United States
Type
full_time
Salary
Undisclosed
Posted
1mo ago
Job Description
Junior Backend Dev\nLocation: Austin, Texas (Onsite)\n \n
Role Overview
\nWe are seeking a Junior Backend Developer to join our team. In this role, you will implement backend features and bug fixes under the guidance of senior engineers. This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with modern cloud technologies and contribute to a collaborative development environment.\n \n
Key Responsibilities
\nImplement small, well-defined backend features and bug fixes under the guidance of senior engineers.Write clean, maintainable code using C# (.NET) and/or Node.js/TypeScript.Participate in code reviews to learn engineering best practices and gradually take on reviewer
responsibilities
.Learn containerized development using Docker and service orchestration with Kubernetes.Gain hands-on exposure to AWS and Azure cloud services through guided tasks and pair programming.Develop foundational knowledge of serverless and edge computing using Cloudflare Workers.Participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives.Communicate progress clearly and proactively raise blockers.Contribute to documentation, internal tools, and test coverage improvements.\n
Required Qualifications
\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience (e.g., bootcamp or self-directed learning with a portfolio).Basic proficiency in at least one backend language (C#, JavaScript, or TypeScript).Understanding of core software engineering concepts (OOP, data structures, algorithms).Familiarity with Git and basic command-line usage.A strong sense of curiosity, a growth mindset, and a collaborative attitude.Professional communication skills in English.Openness to learning and using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude).\n