Senior Software Engineer, Backend Systems Integration

Figs • Los Angeles, CA

62d • $160,000 - $180,000 • Remote

About The Position

FIGS is on the lookout for a Senior Engineer proficient in Java, Spring Boot, AWS, Kubernetes, Flux/Argo, Terraform/CDK, ElasticSearch, and PostgreSQL. As we continue to broaden our technological vistas and global market outreach, we seek a motivated engineer keen on integrating with our service providers and building scalable cloud solutions.

Requirements

• 5+ years in software development with a solid foundation in Java, Spring Boot, and related backend technologies.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS, Kubernetes, and Terraform/CDK.
• 1+ years integrating with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (i.e. Fillogic) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems (i.e. Netsuite, Natific, Centric). Expertise with NetSuite is a plus.
• Proven experience in designing and scaling complex enterprise applications.
• Demonstrable experience with ElasticSearch and PostgreSQL.
• Tactical thinker boasting technical prowess and a knack for aligning technology with business goals.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to understand requirements, identify edge cases, and clearly document your engineering decisions.
• Collaboration: We work in small cross-functional teams and as individual engineers, tackling challenges together.
• Positive attitude: Self-starters who love solving problems with technologies.
• A strong work ethic, integrity, and an ownership mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, SalesForce, Spree, or BigCommerce.
• Exposure to marketing technologies like Iterable.
• Experience with content management systems, especially Contentful.
• Exposure to modern CI/CD tools and practices for Java-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Backend Development: Contribute to the design, development, and optimization of FIGS backend services, aiming for resilience, performance, and scalability.
• Cloud & Kubernetes Integration: Assist in integrating our applications and services within AWS and Kubernetes, leveraging tools such as Flux and Argo for GitOps workflows.
• Infrastructure as Code: Support the use of Terraform or AWS CDK to efficiently create, manage, and orchestrate cloud infrastructure components.
• Database Management: Aid in building robust database solutions with PostgreSQL and optimize search functionalities with ElasticSearch.
• Architectural Assistance: Participate in architectural discussions, focusing on scalability, performance, and reliability, learning from the architectural decisions made.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with fellow engineers, absorbing best practices, especially concerning Java and cloud-native technologies.
• Operational Support: Assist in engineering decisions, considering aspects from cost efficiency to data security under the guidance of senior leadership.

Benefits

• Equity: All FIGS employees have the opportunity to own shares of FIGS stock through our new-hire equity program. Additionally, FIGS provides a discount when purchasing FIGS stock voluntarily through our FIGS Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Annual bonus: This position is eligible to participate in the FIGS annual bonus program
• Comprehensive benefits and perks package focused on your well-being, including premium medical, dental and vision coverage, and full access to wellness services through Breethe and Classpass. 100% FIGS-sponsored life insurance and disability insurance
• Amazing 401(k) program, with a company match up to the first 6% of your contribution
• Generous paid time off - We have 12 company holidays. For salaried team members, we offer flexible vacation. For our hourly team members, we offer up to 3 weeks of accrued vacation
• Meaningful time away for baby bonding, including parental leave, new parent care meals, and a transition back to work for primary caregivers
• FIGS sponsored Uber Eats voucher for in-office weeks
• Personalized discount code for 50% off all FIGS products, along with a separate code to share with family and friends to enjoy a 25% discount site-wide
• Access to FIGS Vet, Discounted Pet Daycare, Discounted Pet Insurance, and so much more…

What This Job Offers

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