Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer to bolster our dynamic engineering team. Are you driven by a passion to harness your backend engineering expertise to revolutionize how a business operates? In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining applications that support our internal teams. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into scalable, efficient, and user-friendly solutions. Your expertise in backend development will be crucial in delivering high-quality experiences that enhance the operation of our business. Key Responsibilities:
- Take ownership of the design, development, and maintenance of scalable and robust backend services.
- Create and optimize database schemas, queries, and models for performance and scalability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of the applications you build.
- Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices and coding standards.
- Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to bring innovative solutions to the team.
- Participate in planning and strategy meetings to align technical solutions with business goals.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.
Qualifications: Education:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience:
- 5+ years of professional experience in backend development
- Proficiency in Python and RESTful Python web frameworks
- Strong knowledge of database design, modeling, and optimization (both SQL and NoSQL)
- Hands-on experience with AWS services
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code, especially AWS CDK
Technical Skills:
- Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles
- Knowledge of modern software development practices and tools (CI/CD, Git, Docker, etc.).
- Knowledge of microservices architecture and best practices
- Understanding of security best practices in software development
- Extensive experience with FastAPI a plus
- Experience in frontend web development with React is a plus
Soft Skills:
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Proven ability to work effectively in small teams with excellent communication skills.
- Strong multitasking skills, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing requirements.
In New York City, the salary range for this position is $160,000- $200,000, which represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. In Los Angeles, the salary range for this position is $144,000- $180,000. The listed salary ranges are specific to Los Angeles or NYC and may not be applicable to other locations. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training. About Us Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. About the Team Fanatics Collectibles is a leading licensor, producer, designer, and seller of physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets for entertainment and sports properties globally, as well as a manufacturer of physical and digital trading cards. It has secured exclusive licensing arrangements with major national professional sports leagues, including the MLB, NFL and the NBA, and related players associations, to produce physical and digital trading cards and other collectibles. Fanatics Collectibles also has partnerships with a number of individual international sports teams and leagues, as well as owners of other entertainment properties granting similar exclusive rights. Fanatics Collectibles recently announced Fanatics Live, expected to launch later in 2023, which will focus on transforming the digital shopping experience through personality-driven content and entertainment.