Job Description
Join NexusTech Solutions as a Weekend Shift Software Engineer and build the future of scalable cloud infrastructure while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule. We're seeking a passionate innovator to lead critical backend development during our high-impact weekend operations. This unique opportunity combines competitive compensation with the flexibility of a 3-day weekend schedule, allowing you to pursue personal passions while advancing your career in Portland's vibrant tech ecosystem.
Our weekend team operates Friday-Sunday (10 AM-6 PM) with minimal weekday meetings, providing maximum focus time for complex problem-solving. You'll architect distributed systems serving 10M+ users while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including equity, unlimited PTO, and professional development stipends.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement microservices using Go/Python on AWS/GCP
- Lead weekend on-call rotations for production systems
- Optimize database performance and CI/CD pipelines
- Mentor junior engineers through pair programming sessions
- Contribute to open-source projects during core hours
- Develop incident response protocols for weekend deployments
- Collaborate with UX designers on weekend feature rollouts
Qualifications
- 5+ years experience with distributed systems architecture
- Proficiency in Go, Python, and containerization (Docker/K8s)
- Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) and Terraform
- Strong background in RESTful API development
- Experience leading weekend production deployments
- CS degree or equivalent practical experience
- Portfolio demonstrating scalable system designs
- Ability to work independently during off-hours