Senior Software Engineer

Responsibilities

Design and build backend services and APIs using Java, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and performance.
Own technical projects from start to finish — architecture, development, deployment, and ongoing improvements.
Collaborate with Product Managers, UX Designers, and Frontend Engineers to deliver features that solve real customer problems.
Dive into technical challenges, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions.
Play an active role in shaping Gong’s backend architecture as we scale.

Qualifications

• 8 + years of backend development experience, with deep expertise in Java
• Proven ability to solve complex problems, debug efficiently, and build high-quality systems
• Experience designing and running cloud-based services (AWS, GCP, or Azure), including microservices architectures
• Bonus points for experience with infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, or data-driven APIs
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach — you enjoy working across teams
• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)