Lead Backend Software Engineer

Beacon AI • San Carlos, CA

2d • $185,000 - $240,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Lead Backend Software Engineer to design, build, and scale the backend systems that power our flight safety platform. In this role, you will take ownership of backend services, APIs, and data pipelines, balancing hands-on development with technical leadership. You’ll work closely with product and cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable systems that support mission-critical, real-world applications.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing backend services, APIs, and distributed systems in production environments.
• Fluency in modern backend languages such as Python and JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js).
• Proven experience building, scaling, and operating backend infrastructure.
• Strong ownership mindset, with experience driving end-to-end systems and features from design through deployment.
• Ability to operate effectively in evolving environments while maintaining high standards for quality and reliability.
• Experience building or working with data pipelines and backend systems handling large-scale or real-time data.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for aviation and a desire to improve air travel efficiency and safety.
• Familiarity with machine learning workflows or data-intensive systems.
• Experience working with big data tools or large-scale data processing frameworks.
• Background in DevOps or DevSecOps, including automating infrastructure and improving system reliability and security.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and maintain backend services and distributed systems that support mission-critical applications.
• Design and implement secure, scalable APIs for internal and external integrations, including real-time data streaming and support for web and mobile clients.
• Build and optimize data pipelines for efficient ingestion, processing, and access to time-series and multimedia data.
• Own backend system reliability, performance, and scalability in production environments.
• Lead technical design discussions and contribute to code reviews and architectural decisions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend and cloud infrastructure issues to ensure high availability.
• Take ownership of backend features or systems from concept through delivery, working closely with product and cross-functional partners.

Benefits

• Healthcare: 100% of employee medical premiums covered; 25% for dependents
• Time Off: 3 weeks PTO plus 13+ paid company holidays
• Stipends: Monthly phone and wellness benefits
• 401(k): Offered (no current employer match, but we are committed to enhancing this benefit in the future).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed