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Job Description As a Senior Software Engineer – Backend, you’ll help build and evolve the backend systems that support our Assignment Workflow core capabilities. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex problems at scale and contributing to meaningful improvements in education technology. You will collaborate closely with frontend engineers, designers, and product managers to create scalable and engaging solutions that meet the needs of educators and students worldwide.
You will:
Design, implement, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend services
Work with serverless architecture using AWS Lambda and related cloud technologies
Collaborate closely with your Tech Lead, Architect, QA, Product, UX, and Support teams to ensure smooth delivery
Contribute to technical discussions and decisions that shape the future of the product
Champion better practices for code quality, testing, and monitoring
Responsibilities
Contribute towards design and develop robust, scalable backend services using AWS Lambda.
Design / implement RESTful APIs and event-driven systems within microservice architecture.
Optimize existing services for improved performance and cost-efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate backend services with frontend applications.
Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines with GitHub actions.
Conduct code reviews and collaborate with other engineers.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
Continue to grow and learn as a software engineer.
Qualifications
5+ years of backend development experience (distributed systems or microservices preferred).
Strong Java skills and Maven proficiency.
Solid experience with AWS serverless (Lambda, API Gateway, SQS, SNS, Step Functions).
Familiar with event-driven architecture and microservices design.
Hands‑on experience with DynamoDB, or a strong foundation with NoSQL and eagerness to learn DynamoDB rapidly.
Proficient in developing automated tests for backend services.
Comfortable with Git and GitHub workflows.
Analytical mindset and strong troubleshooting skills.
Effective communicator and team collaborator.
Additional Information The
expected annual base salary range
for this position is:
$112,125/year
to
$186,875/year . This position is bonus eligible / commission-based.
Total Rewards @ Turnitin At Turnitin, we believe Total Rewards go far beyond pay. While salary, bonus, or commission are important, they’re only part of the value you receive in exchange for your work.
Beyond compensation, you’ll experience the intrinsic rewards of unleashing your potential and making a positive impact on global education. You’ll also thrive in a culture free of politics, surrounded by humble, inclusive, and collaborative teammates.
In addition, our extrinsic rewards include generous time off and health and wellness programs that provide choice, flexibility, and a safety net for life’s challenges. You’ll also enjoy a remote-first culture that empowers you to work with purpose and accountability in the way that suits you best, all supported by a comprehensive package that prioritizes your overall well‑being.
Health Care Coverage
Education Reimbursement
Competitive Paid Time Off
Self-Care Days
National Holidays
Charitable Contribution Match
Monthly Wellness or Home Office Reimbursement
Access to Employee Assistance Program (mental health platform)
Retirement Plan with match/contribution
Turnitin, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer - vets/disabled.
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Languages
- English
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