Senior Software Engineer - Backend

Job Summary

We are seeking a back-end focused, Senior Software Engineer to join our cross-dock WMS team. This role focuses on the core, foundational pieces of our "Shelf" platform, which powers our warehouse operations.

What is a Day in the Life?

• Develop and maintain foundational components of our "Shelf" platform, an internal system that manages all aspects of warehouse inventory and fulfillment.
• Work with a team of front end and back end engineers and operational leaders to understand and build solutions for new projects.
• Dedicate time to "hardening" the software, proactively fixing root causes of recurring issues during your on-call rotation.
• Tackle a wide range of backend challenges to maintain and improve the system's scalability and stability.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional backend software engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency in a modern backend language like Ruby, Node.js, Java, Python, or Go.
• SQL expertise is a must, with experience in databases like PostgreSQL.
• Experience working in AWS.
• Knowledge of Ruby on Rails is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• A go-getter attitude with a passion for learning and taking on new challenges.
• Proven ability to lead projects and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder relationships.

What High Performance Looks Like

• Seen and trusted as a technical expert at Pattern, driving new solutions and efficiencies through innovative software development.
• Collaborates across functions to ensure maximum value.
• Cares about code quality and collaborates with other stakeholders to ensure our solutions resonate with business needs.
• All solutions have been tested and proven for impact and cost optimization.
• Effective at working independently and willing to learn from other engineers.

The Team

• You will work under the supervision of a Principal Software Engineer, collaborating with a team of front-end and back-end engineers based in the US.
• The team follows a hybrid work schedule; Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday in the office, and work from home on Tuesday and Friday.

Company Culture

• Game Changers- A game changer is someone who looks at problems with an open mind and shares new ideas with team members, regularly reassesses existing plans and attaches a realistic timeline to goals, makes profitable, productive, and innovative contributions, and actively pursues improvements to Pattern’s processes and outcomes.
• Data Fanatics- A data fanatic is someone who recognizes problems and seeks to understand them through data, draws unbiased conclusions based on data that lead to actionable solutions, and continues to track the effects of the solutions using data.
• Partner Obsessed- An individual who is partner obsessed clearly explains the status of projects to partners and relies on constructive feedback, actively listens to partner’s expectations, and delivers results that exceed them, prioritizes the needs of your partners, and takes the time to create a personable experience for those interacting with Pattern.
• Team of Doers- Someone who is a part of a team of doers uplifts team members and recognizes their specific contributions, takes initiative to help in any circumstance, actively contributes to supporting improvements, and holds themselves accountable to the team as well as to partners.

Hiring Process

• An initial phone interview with Pattern’s talent acquisition team.
• A technical assessment.
• An onsite interview with a panel of department leaders.
• Reference checks.

How to Stand Out

• Showcase a proven track record in software engineering and back-end development.
• Highlight experience in planning, executing, and optimizing software solutions.
• Demonstrate collaboration skills and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Emphasize contributions to driving high-quality solutions and operational efficiency.

Why Work at Pattern?

• Benefits include:
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Onsite Fitness Center
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Casual Dress Code
• Competitive Pay
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) match.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.