Minneapolis, Minnesota
|Onsite
|Contract
|Job ID 72515|Posted Nov 14, 2025Join our innovative team as a Backend Engineer, where you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and contribute to the development of robust and scalable systems. If you're passionate about clean code and system reliability, this role is perfect for you.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and testing of backend services and applications.
- Implement best practices in software engineering to ensure high-quality code.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and offer technical insights.
- Conduct code reviews and offer constructive feedback to team members.
- Utilize programming expertise to solve complex technical challenges.
- Support the operational aspects of applications, including on-call responsibilities.
- Embed data quality protocols throughout data acquisition and processing.
Skills
- 5+ years of experience in backend software development in an enterprise environment.
- Strong proficiency in Kotlin and experience with Micronaut or Spring Boot frameworks.
- Solid understanding of Apache Kafka and its components.
- Experience with DevOps tools and methodologies.
- Proficient in test-driven development and associated tools.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with cloud environments such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Knowledge of noSQL databases and advanced architectural patterns.
- Experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
- Exposure to AI-assisted coding tools and intelligent systems development.
At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.
In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.
All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.