Bolster Inc. - Software Engineer, Backend Software Engineer, Backend Santa Clara, CA Engineering / Full Time / Hybrid

The role requires 3-5 years of experience in a post-academic cloud-based software environment, preferably within a tech start-up. Strong Computer Science fundamentals are necessary, including object-oriented design, data structures, distributed systems, algorithm design, problem solving, and complexity analysis. Fluency or understanding of specific programming languages like Typescript, NodeJS, or Python, and operating systems is required. Experience with building high-performing APIs and various databases such as SQL/NoSQL (MySQL, Postgres, Elasticsearch, Cassandra) is essential. Knowledge of messaging queues (SQS, RabbitMQ) and infrastructure/application deployment models (Kubernetes, Docker, AWS/GCP/Azure) is also needed. The candidate should be a quick learner, adaptable to changing dynamics, and possess a strong understanding of the development cycle and programming techniques.