Contentful, a leading digital experience platform, is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join their Ninetailed team. This role focuses on revolutionizing personalization & experimentation for businesses worldwide. You'll be responsible for developing high-performance backend services that process billions of requests in real-time, implementing complex CDN & edge-based caching solutions using modern technologies like Cloudflare Workers. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while solving complex technical challenges in creative ways.
The company, with over 700 employees from 70+ nations, serves more than 4,200 organizations worldwide. They offer a comprehensive benefits package including stock options, fertility benefits, generous PTO, and educational opportunities. The role requires expertise in TypeScript, API design, and serverless architectures, with Rust knowledge being a plus.
As a senior engineer, you'll be instrumental in ensuring system performance, implementing defensive coding practices, and maintaining high-quality automated testing. The position combines technical excellence with the opportunity to impact how businesses deliver personalized content experiences. Working in a diverse, inclusive environment, you'll collaborate with teams across global hubs while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced backend engineers who want to work on large-scale systems while being part of a company that values both technical innovation and employee wellbeing.