Summary: The Senior Application Backend Engineer role at Yelp focuses on building and supporting backend platforms that collect and curate critical business information. The position emphasizes collaboration with various engineering teams to create APIs and ensure data quality, all while fostering a cooperative and creative work environment. Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every requirement, as Yelp values diverse talent and individual authenticity. This role is based in the United Kingdom and offers a dynamic work culture with opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build, extend, and support backend platforms to collect trusted business data.
• Collaborate with engineering groups to create instant-access APIs and streaming solutions.
• Work with database teams to select appropriate storage solutions for scalability.
• Develop tools and services to monitor and ensure high-quality data.
• Make build-or-buy decisions to achieve business objectives.

Key Skills:

• Fluency in an object-oriented language (e.g., Python or Java), SQL (or NoSQL), and Unix.
• Experience with Continuous Integration/Deployment pipelines.
• Proven experience in building and supporting large-scale distributed systems.
• In-depth knowledge of effective API development (REST or GraphQL).
• Familiarity with performance analysis tools (tracers, profilers, debuggers).
• Several years of full-time working experience.
• Curiosity and persistence in problem-solving.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Belfast

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT