Sr. Backend Engineer

Real people. Real service. At SupplyHouse.com, we value every individual team member and cultivate a community where people come first. Led by our core values of Generosity, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, and GRIT, we’re dedicated to maintaining a supportive work environment that celebrates diversity and empowers everyone to reach their full potential. As an industry-leading e-commerce company specializing in HVAC, plumbing, heating, and electrical supplies since 2004, we strive to foster growth while providing the best possible experience for our customers.     Through an Employer of Record (EOR), we are looking for a new, remote Senior Backend Engineer in India to join our growing IT Team. This individual will report into our Full Stack Team Lead and have the opportunity to work on impactful projects that enhance our e-commerce platform and internal operations, while honing your skills in backend and full stack development. If you’re passionate about creating user-friendly interfaces, building scalable systems, and contributing to innovative solutions in a collaborative and fun environment, we’d love to hear from you!  Role Type: Full-Time  Location: Remote  Schedule: Monday through Friday, 4:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time / 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Indian Standard Time to ensure effective collaboration Base Salary: $40,000 - $45,000 USD per year Responsibilities: Participate in all phases of software development: requirements, design, construction, testing, deployment, and maintenance  Design and develop reliable and scalable distributed systems  Ensure system reliability, optimized performance, and compliance with security policies  Ensure industry standard development best practices are observed, including accessibility and privacy compliance  Build reusable code and libraries for future use  Assess the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and partner with business analysts to refine project requirements  Collaborate with project owners and development teams to ensure implementation, designs are in-sync, and to deliver client facing products  Evaluate technical designs and conduct code reviews  Serve as a mentor to junior team members  Review requests to address features/issues submitted by various internal departments as well as provide solutions and estimates for such requests  Maintain current technical knowledge to support rapidly changing technology, constantly looking for modern technologies and working with the team in introducing these technologies  Requirements:  Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field and 7+ years of progressive experience. Alternatively, a Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field and 5+ years of progressive experience.  5+ years of professional experience with Java frameworks such as Spring, Struts, Hibernate  5+ years of professional experience with relational databases (MySQL and/or Oracle)  Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design  Experience making complex backend architecture design choices  Passion for web technologies, and keeping up to date with new tools and techniques  Experience with the full Software Development Lifecycle: frontend and backend web application development, implementing business logic, and developing user interfaces  Ability to work with minimal technical supervision and supplemental engineering support, while responding efficiently to multiple program priorities  Linux, Shell, and Perl scripting, writing, and executing UNIX commands, and utilizing Linux servers to debug, deploy code, install, and monitor software to be used in testing and production environments  Experience with webservers including Apache and Nginx High-level proficiency of written and verbal communication in English Why work with us:  We have awesome benefits – We offer a wide variety of benefits to help support you and your loved ones. These include: Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options Competitive Provident Fund contributions Paid casual and sick leave, plus country-specific holidays Mental health support and wellbeing program Company-provided equipment and one-time $250 USD work from home stipend $750 USD annual professional development budget Company rewards and recognition program And more! We empower ownership – We all contribute to our success and we all share in it. Our Ownership for All program ensures each SupplyHouse team member will benefit financially from the company’s growth and accomplishments. We promote work-life balance – We value your time and encourage a healthy separation between your professional and personal life to feel refreshed and recharged. Look out for our wellness initiatives and ask about our Flex-Time Policy! We support growth – We encourage you to embrace continuous learning and take on new challenges. In an exciting and evolving industry, we provide opportunities for career growth through our annual merit and bonus opportunities, hands-on training, diversity and inclusion initiatives, internal mobility options, and professional development budget. We give back – We live and breathe our core value, Generosity, by giving back to the trades and organizations around the world. We make a difference through donation drives, employee-nominated contributions, support for non-profit organizations, and more. We listen – We value hearing from our employees. Everyone has a voice, and we encourage you to use it! We actively elicit feedback through our monthly town halls, regular 1:1 check-ins, employee listening initiatives, and company-wide ideas form to incorporate suggestions and ensure our team enjoys coming to work every day. Check us out and learn more at: https://www.supplyhouse.com/our-company! Additional Details:  Remote employees are expected to work in a distraction-free environment. Personal devices, background noise, and other distractions should be kept to a minimum to avoid disrupting virtual meetings or business operations.    SupplyHouse.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer, strongly values inclusion, and encourages individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position.  To ensure fairness and trust in our hiring process, we ask that all application materials, assessments, and interview responses reflect your own thinking and perspective. You may use AI tools to assist in preparing your responses, as long as this use is clearly disclosed and you can speak authentically to your ideas and work. Our focus is on honesty, judgment, and how you approach problem-solving. We appreciate your transparency and look forward to learning more about your skills. We are committed to providing a safe and secure work environment and conduct thorough background checks on all potential employees in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.  All emails from the SupplyHouse team will only be sent from an @supplyhouse.com email address. Please exercise caution if you receive an email from an alternate domain.   What is an Employer of Record (EOR)? Through our partnership with Remote.com, a global Employer of Record (EOR), you can join SupplyHouse from home, while knowing your employment is handled compliantly and securely. Remote takes care of the behind-the-scenes details – like payroll, benefits, taxes, and local compliance – so you can focus on your work and career growth. Even though Remote manages these administrative functions, you’ll be a part of the SupplyHouse team: connected to our culture, collaborating with colleagues, and contributing to our shared success. This partnership allows us to welcome talented team members worldwide while ensuring you receive a best-in-class employee experience.