Senior Backend Engineer

Employment Hero, valued at $2 billion with a presence in 6 countries globally, is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their mission of making employment easier and more valuable for everyone. The company serves over 300,000 businesses and 2 million employees through their comprehensive Employment Operating System.

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing innovative features that transform how businesses manage their employment operations. The role involves working with Ruby (training provided for those new to the language) and requires expertise in server-side development, RESTful APIs, and full-stack web technologies. You'll be part of a high-performing team that delivered nearly 1,000 new features last year.

The position offers a truly remote-first environment with significant autonomy and emphasis on asynchronous communication. Employment Hero follows "The EH Way" - a unique DNA that emphasizes mission-first approach, AI-first mindset, and high-performance culture. The company provides attractive benefits including ESOP, generous paternity leave, WFH office expense budget, and extensive learning opportunities.

The ideal candidate brings 6+ years of software development experience, though technical expertise is valued over years of service. You should be proficient in OOP languages, have strong engineering practices knowledge, and excellent communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge tools and ambitious colleagues while contributing to a rapidly growing tech company that's revolutionizing the employment industry.

If you're passionate about building scalable solutions, mentoring others, and working in an environment that champions innovation and personal growth, this role presents an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact while advancing your career in a forward-thinking organization.