Backend Engineer, Monetization

LaunchDarkly is seeking a Backend Engineer to join their Billing and Internal Systems team, focusing on core monetization strategies. This role is central to building and maintaining solutions that power the company's pricing, packaging, account management, and usage-based billing systems. The position offers a unique opportunity to directly influence company operations through close collaboration with Revenue, Finance, and Product teams.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of backend engineering experience, with strong capabilities in server-side web development using languages like Java, Scala, Ruby, Python, or Golang. The role requires expertise in building RESTful APIs and maintaining large-scale production systems, along with a solid foundation in computer science fundamentals including distributed systems and concurrency.

LaunchDarkly's platform helps developers innovate faster while maintaining system stability, allowing for targeted feature releases and instant rollbacks when needed. The company operates with high trust and transparency, offering competitive compensation including RSUs and comprehensive benefits. The role is remote-based in the US, with salary ranges varying by geographic location from $141,900 to $210,000.

As a Backend Engineer on the Monetization team, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing high-performance, scalable backend services, ensuring system reliability, and optimizing code efficiency. The role requires someone who can balance strategic thinking with meticulous attention to detail, particularly in critical areas like billing where precision and data integrity are essential.

The company culture emphasizes collaboration, respect, and inclusivity, making it an ideal environment for engineers who value both technical excellence and positive team dynamics. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on both internal operations and customer satisfaction while working with modern technologies in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.