Senior Software Engineer I, APPT

Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods, seeking a Senior Software Engineer I to join their App T team. The role involves designing and implementing backend systems and APIs for Etsy's mobile app, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to the growth of app traffic.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement robust backend systems and APIs for Etsy's mobile app
• Collaborate with native engineers to integrate new features
• Partner with cross-functional teams (product, design, etc.)
• Write clean, well-documented code and participate in code reviews
• Troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and technical issues
• Prototype, optimize, and deploy large-scale product improvements
• Run experiments and use data to validate product improvements
• Of course, this is just a sample of the kinds of work this role will require! You should assume that your role will encompass other tasks, too, and that your job duties and responsibilities may change from time to time at Etsy's discretion, or otherwise applicable with local law

Requirements:

• 3 to 5 years of professional backend or full-stack development experience in a product-minded environment
• Proficiency in at least one backend language (PHP, Java, Python, Node.js, Ruby)
• Experience with API design and development (RESTful APIs preferred)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Passion for understanding the users' problems and find effective solutions for them
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with your team, and partners
• Proficiency with version control tools (our tooling and processes are based on git and GitHub)
• Knowledge of modern practices and tools
• Curiosity about observing the health and performance of the applications your team owns
• Have a 'leave it better than you found it' mentality as you work around our code