Backend Engineer

Posted 4 Days Ago
Hiring Remotely in United States
Remote
Mid level
Big Data • Marketing Tech • Analytics
The Role
The Backend Engineer will develop backend services, integrate experimentation platforms, and optimize system performance while following Agile practices.
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Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job Description

Experian is looking for a Backend Engineer to help integrate experimentation platform capabilities into our direct-to-consumer products. You will report to the Principal Software Engineer in this fully remote role (US).

You'll have opportunity to:

  • Build backend services using Java, AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, DynamoDB), GraphQL, and Kafka or similar tools, emphasizing reliability, performance, and scalability.
  • Develop cloud-native, event-driven solutions using AWS services like EC2, S3, Lambda, DynamoDB, EventBridge and Kinesis.
  • Write clean, secure, maintainable code with unit testing, logging, and monitoring.
  • Participate in design reviews and technical discussions to deepen architectural knowledge.
  • Optimize system performance through profiling and bottleneck analysis.
  • Follow Agile practices including stand-ups, retrospectives, and iterative delivery.

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of professional software engineering experience.
  • Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS (Lambda, ECS, CloudFormation, IAM).
  • Proficient in REST APIs, microservices, and event-driven architecture (Kafka, Kinesis, EventBridge).
  • Proficient in integrating experimentation platforms (e.g., Split.io, Statsig, Eppo).

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Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

Top Skills

AWS
CloudFormation
DynamoDB
Ec2
Event-Driven Architecture
GraphQL
Iam
Java
Kafka
Kinesis
Lambda
Microservices
Rest Apis
S3
Spring Boot
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The Company
HQ: Costa Mesa, CA
16,292 Employees
Year Founded: 1980

What We Do

Experian unlocks the power of data to create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society.

During life’s big moments – from buying a home or car, to sending a child to college, to growing a business exponentially by connecting it with new customers – we empower consumers and our clients to manage data with confidence so they can maximize every opportunity.

We gather, analyse and process data in ways others can’t. We help individuals take financial control and access financial services, businesses make smarter decision and thrive, lenders lend more responsibly, and organizations prevent identity fraud and crime.

For more than 125 years, we’ve helped consumers and clients prosper, and economies and communities flourish – and we’re not done.

Our 20,600 people in 43 countries believe the possibilities for you, and our world, are growing. We’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation so we can help create a better tomorrow.


About Experian:

Bringing data to life requires creativity, passion, flexibility and expertise.

We want you to share in our success. That's why we offer rewards that recognise great performance.

Working in a culture of collaboration, achievement and respect we will give you the support and encouragement you need to develop your skills and talents and progress your career.

Everyday our people bring enthusiasm, innovation and inspiration to work and if this sounds like you connect with us at Experian.

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