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Senior Backend Engineer

Via builds technology that transforms transportation, creating efficient public transportation systems to provide greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
4+ years of experience
Transportation · Enterprise SaaS
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Description For Senior Backend Engineer

Via is revolutionizing global transportation through innovative technology solutions. As a Senior Backend Engineer in their Tel Aviv R&D center, you'll join the Infrastructure Development team to build and maintain the backbone of Via's ride-sharing services. The role combines technical expertise in cloud infrastructure, microservices architecture, and DevOps practices with the opportunity to impact millions of users worldwide.

The position requires strong experience in backend development, cloud deployments, and containerized environments, particularly with technologies like Kubernetes, AWS, and CI/CD pipelines. You'll be responsible for designing scalable systems, establishing infrastructure standards, and developing tools that empower Via's operations. The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of backend development experience and strong skills in Python and Go.

Via offers a compelling combination of technical challenges and meaningful impact. You'll work on complex infrastructure problems while contributing to a mission of making public transportation more efficient and accessible. The company provides competitive compensation including equity, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid work environment in their Tel Aviv office.

The role offers significant growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding company that's at the forefront of transportation technology. You'll collaborate with world-class engineers and experts while working on systems that directly impact urban mobility and sustainability. Via's culture emphasizes innovation, problem-solving, and cross-team collaboration, making it an ideal environment for engineers who want to tackle challenging technical problems while making a positive impact on society.

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Responsibilities For Senior Backend Engineer

  • Design and develop scalable, reliable systems to strengthen Via's technological foundation
  • Establish infrastructure standards for dev teams with focus on observability
  • Design and develop centralized infrastructure and data pipelines
  • Develop infrastructure libraries powering hundreds of microservices
  • Create and maintain self-service tools through service lifecycle including CI/CD automation
  • Develop comprehensive understanding of Via's applications and architecture
  • Collaborate with teams and drive scalability efforts

Requirements For Senior Backend Engineer

Python
Go
Kubernetes
  • BSc. in Computer Science, Mathematics or related Software Engineering field
  • 4+ years of experience in backend / full stack development using OOP
  • 2+ years of experience with cloud-based deployments (Preferably AWS)
  • 2+ years of experience with Kubernetes and containerized environments
  • Experience managing microservices lifecycle in large-scale production environments
  • Proficiency in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience with Python and Go is a strong plus
  • Experience with Relational / NoSQL Databases
  • Excellent communication skills and team collaboration abilities

Benefits For Senior Backend Engineer

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Competitive compensation package with base salary and stock options
  • Health insurance with family member discount
  • Hybrid work option
  • Office located in heart of TLV near light rail and Israel Railways
  • Career development opportunities
  • Freefit and sports lessons
  • 10bis/Cibus food benefits
  • Team events and happy hours

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