Job Description
Why Join Our Elite Team?
Are you a high-performance Software Engineer seeking a role that offers flexibility, equity ownership, and a competitive night shift premium? NexGen Tech Solutions is expanding our global support squad and seeking a dedicated professional to join our San Diego-based remote team. We are redefining the tech landscape by providing 24/7 operational excellence, and we need your expertise to keep our systems running smoothly while the world sleeps.
What You Will Do
As a Night Shift Software Engineer, you will be the guardian of our digital infrastructure. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex issues, optimize codebases for performance, and deploy critical updates during our off-peak hours to minimize disruption to our global users.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and deploy scalable software solutions for our core platforms and 24/7 services.
- Maintain and improve the stability, security, and performance of our backend systems during off-peak hours.
- Debug and resolve complex technical issues reported by our global user base.
- Collaborate with Product Managers and Designers to translate requirements into robust code.
- Participate in code reviews and technical architecture planning to ensure best practices.
- Optimize database queries and reduce latency to ensure a seamless user experience.
- Document technical specifications and share knowledge with the wider engineering team.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience with a focus on backend development.
- Strong proficiency in Python, Java, or Node.js.
- Demonstrated experience working in a Night Shift environment or the ability to adapt to rotational schedules.
- Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
- Experience with database management systems (SQL and NoSQL).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated individual capable of working independently in a remote setting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Perks & Benefits
- Equity Options available for all full-time employees.
- Competitive Salary with performance bonuses.
- Night Shift Differential pay.
- 100% Remote work flexibility.
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- Flexible PTO and paid holidays.
Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and deploy scalable software solutions for our core platforms and 24/7 services.
- Maintain and improve the stability, security, and performance of our backend systems during off-peak hours.
- Debug and resolve complex technical issues reported by our global user base.
- Collaborate with Product Managers and Designers to translate requirements into robust code.
- Participate in code reviews and technical architecture planning to ensure best practices.
- Optimize database queries and reduce latency to ensure a seamless user experience.
- Document technical specifications and share knowledge with the wider engineering team.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience with a focus on backend development.
- Strong proficiency in Python, Java, or Node.js.
- Demonstrated experience working in a Night Shift environment or the ability to adapt to rotational schedules.
- Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
- Experience with database management systems (SQL and NoSQL).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated individual capable of working independently in a remote setting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.