[Remote] Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Friends From The City is a design and technology company focused on public impact and equity. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with a backend focus to design and build reliable infrastructure, APIs, and services that power accessible government applications.ResponsibilitiesDesign and build APIs and microservices that connect legacy databases to modern user-facing applicationsWrite scalable, maintainable code in modern languages like .NET and TypeScriptBuild event-driven integrations using streaming platforms like Apache KafkaWork with front-end developers and product teams to deliver cohesive end-to-end solutionsImplement monitoring, testing, and performance tuning for stability and reliabilitySupport data security, compliance, and privacy in line with government requirementsSkills5 or more years of experience developing server-side applications or servicesExperience with .NET and TypeScriptExperience with microservices architecture and designing APIs that integrate with legacy databases and front-end servicesWorking knowledge of relational databases such as DB2 or SQL ServerUnderstanding of application security and authentication standards like OAuth2Experience with event streaming platforms such as Apache KafkaComfort with agentic, AI-assisted development workflowsBachelor's degree in any discipline or equivalent experienceExperience with the Strangler Fig pattern or other incremental legacy-modernization approachesExperience working with government systems or civic tech projectsFamiliarity with AWS, Azure, or other cloud infrastructure toolsExperience with DevOps, containerization, or infrastructure as codeComfort supporting production systems and debugging complex bugs5-7 years of relevant experience preferredBenefitsCompetitive salary based on experience and market benchmarks401(k) with company match to help you invest in your future18 days of PTO, 11 paid federal holidays, and 5 additional sick days to rest, recharge, and take care of yourselfFlexible remote work with support for coworking memberships if neededComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insuranceLife insurance and short-term disability coverageWellness-first culture that respects boundaries and encourages balanceAnnual Professional Development Stipend to invest in courses, conferences, books, or coachingOpportunities to lead, mentor, and learn across projects and disciplinesRegular feedback, growth planning, and clear career pathwaysA collaborative, mission-driven team that values your perspectiveThe chance to work on meaningful civic tech projects that directly improve people’s livesAn environment where creativity, curiosity, and care are part of the jobCompany Overview𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 ("𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀") | We are a modern digital services company focused on impact. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.friendsfromthecity.com.