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With a focus on innovation, security, and user-centric solutions, Stripe continues to revolutionize how businesses manage their financial operations, fostering economic growth and digital transformation across industries.About The RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Backend Engineer to join our Core Technology team within Stripe's Infrastructure division. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining the foundational systems that support Stripe's global operations. Your work will directly impact the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of critical infrastructure components that underpin our payment processing, data services, developer tools, and internal platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to build robust solutions that enhance the productivity of Stripe engineers and ensure a seamless experience for our users. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex distributed systems at scale, contribute to innovative projects, and help shape the future of financial technology infrastructure.QualificationsStrong software engineering skills with a passion for infrastructure, distributed systems, or related areasProficiency in programming languages such as Go, Java, C/C++, or similar2-12+ years of professional software development experience, with a solid understanding of algorithms and data structuresHands-on experience building or contributing to large-scale distributed systemsExcellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and stakeholdersCustomer obsession and the ability to advocate for user needs in technical and strategic discussionsAbility to work independently with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility, demonstrating entrepreneurial thinkingPreferred qualifications include experience optimizing system performance end-to-end, a focus on user needs, and a high standard for working with production systems.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain core infrastructure systems that support Stripe’s global operationsParticipate in roadmap planning, prioritization, and technical decision-making to align with business goalsBuild reliable, scalable, and efficient systems that enhance the performance and availability of Stripe’s infrastructureCollaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that improve developer productivity and customer experienceDebug and resolve production issues across multiple services and levels of the technology stackContribute to the continuous improvement of infrastructure processes, tools, and best practicesEngage in code reviews, testing, and documentation to ensure high-quality deliverablesStay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the teamBenefitsCompetitive salary range of $173,000 - $259,600 (based on location and experience)Equity options and potential bonuses or sales commissionsComprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) retirement plan with company matchingWellness stipends and support for work-life balanceOpportunities for professional growth and development within a fast-paced, innovative environmentFlexible work arrangements, including remote work options within the United StatesAccess to a collaborative and inclusive company culture that values diversity and inclusionEqual OpportunityStripe is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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