Job Description

About Us
Hiver offers teams the simplest way to provide outstanding, personalized customer service. Built on Gmail, Hiver is intuitive, super easy to learn, and delightful to use. Thousands of teams at some of the world’s best-known companies use Hiver to deliver attentive, empathetic, and human service at scale. We are a top-rated product on G2 and highly ranked in customer satisfaction.

At Hiver, we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our product is loved by our customers, our content engages a wide audience, our customer service is top-rated in the industry, and our sales team is dedicated to both customer satisfaction and hitting their numbers.

We are profitably run and backed by notable investors, with our most recent round of $22 million led by K1 Capital. Previously, we raised funds from Kalaari Capital, Kae Capital, and Citrix Startup Accelerator.

Opportunity
As a Software Development Engineer II at Hiver, you will play a crucial role in building and scaling our product for thousands of users globally. We process over 5 million emails daily for our active users on the Hiver platform. You will work with and mentor a talented group of engineers, while also learning and growing under the guidance of experienced mentors.

You will tackle complex technical challenges, such as making our architecture scalable to handle increasing traffic, building frameworks to monitor and improve system performance, and enhancing reliability and performance. You will be involved in coding, designing, developing, and maintaining new product features, as well as improving existing services for performance and scalability.

What You Will Be Working On
Own the complete product lifecycle, from conceptualizing the right product features for customers, system improvements, and addressing technical debt to deciding the technical approach, estimating work and effort, and forming the release strategy.
Ensure code quality at Hiver by extensively participating in code reviews across multiple projects.
Coach junior engineers with code comments, documents, and presentations, promoting the best coding and testing practices across the team.
Assess and accurately estimate the expected time of arrival (ETA) for large and complex projects, working with a team to meet these timelines with high confidence.
Engage in brainstorming sessions to thoroughly understand problems, craft innovative solutions through thoughtful design, develop the system with precision, and oversee a successful release.
Instrument and troubleshoot distributed systems.

What We Are Looking For
A minimum of 3.5 years of professional experience as a backend developer in Python or other backend scripting languages (Node.js, PHP, Ruby).
Why Should You Join Us?
Join the Winning Hive!
Become part of our hive, where success isn’t just a goal; it’s a way of life. With WAW and ETHR victories under our wings, we’re not just winning awards; we’re shaping a culture that celebrates excellence. Your journey here is not just a career; it’s a winning adventure!

People First, Always!
We’re not just about products and profits; we’re advocates for the long game, where people take the spotlight. Dive into a workplace where culture is our crown jewel. Don’t just take our word for it; check out the reviews on Glassdoor!

Freedom & Responsibility – Spread Your Wings!
Experience the thrill of freedom paired with the responsibility to soar. We believe in giving you wings, not just to fly, but to take charge and make a real impact. It’s like being an eagle in a sky full of possibilities.

Entrepreneurial Team Spirit!
Join a team that’s not just a group of employees but a bunch of go-getters with an entrepreneurial spirit. Here, your ideas don’t just find a home; they find a launchpad to take off and make a mark.

Exponential Growth Awaits!
Be part of a journey where growth isn’t just a goal; it’s a guarantee. We’re on an upward trajectory, and your career can ride the wave of our exponential growth. Get ready to see your professional graph shoot through the roof!

Wellness Matters – Body & Mind!
Your health, both physical and mental, is our priority. Enjoy the tranquility of knowing that your well-being is in good hands. Because a happy and healthy Hiver is a hive that thrives!