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Senior Backend Engineer

Otter Open · verified Oct 24, 2026
Seattle Senior Backend Engineering

At a glance

Senior Backend Engineering role at Otter. Seattle · $167,000–$230,000 base.

SalaryStated by Otter
$167,000 – $230,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from OtterOur estimate for the market: $198,500–$217,000Median $200,800
The range includes the market median of $200,800 for senior backend engineering roles in Seattle.
Worked out from 24 postings that stated pay, median $200,800. Last updated Oct 22, 2026.
RoleBackend Engineering
SenioritySenior
LocationSeattle
Base pay$167,000–$230,000
PostedJul 1, 2026 · 3mo ago
Role brief

techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Build and tune backend systems that support critical applications
  • Work across the customer journey, with scope shaped around your strengths and interests
  • Help develop Inventory Savings, a product that lowers restaurant purchasing costs and introduces customers to Otter’s broader offering

What you bring

  • You can develop proficiently in Java
  • You have experience with a cloud platform such as AWS, Google Cloud or Azure
  • You understand REST APIs, microservices and distributed systems, and can debug complex issues

Who this fits

This senior backend role suits someone who enjoys solving complex problems and wants to work on restaurant inventory purchasing. The job is based in Seattle and requires working onsite five days a week.

From the employer

Who we are

In the past, to be a successful restaurateur, you simply had to have a passion for food and a passion for people - but to succeed as a digital restaurateur you also need to have a passion for technology. We believe in the joy of serving others, and that's why we created Otter – to help restaurateurs succeed in online food delivery. Restaurants around the world, both large and small, including Chick-fil-A, Ben & Jerry’s, KFC, and Eataly trust our software to power their delivery business. We increase sales, reduce order issues, and decrease delivery headaches.

What you’ll do

  • As a Backend Engineer, you’ll design, implement, and optimize systems that power mission-critical applications. Your role will adapt to your strengths and interests, with opportunities to work across the entire customer journey.
  • The Inventory Savings team is building a product that provides immediate value to customers by saving them money on purchasing restaurant supplies and ingredients, while also serving as an effective entrypoint into the Otter ecosystem.

What we’re looking for

  • We value the diversity of experience and are looking for individuals who are passionate about solving complex problems.

Basic qualifications

  • Proficiency in Java.
  • Familiarity with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis).
  • Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
  • Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
  • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

Why join us

  • Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030.
  • Changing the restaurant industry: You’ll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery.
  • Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow and achieve your goals, and you’ll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer’s success.

What else you need to know

This role is based in our Seattle office location. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We’re constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

The base salary range for this role is $167,000 - $230,000 per year.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
  • Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
  • Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
  • Pet insurance discount.
  • 401(k).
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
  • Time Off policies:
    • Discretionary vacation days
    • 8 paid holidays per year
    • Paid sick time
    • Paid Bereavement leave
    • Paid Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

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