Staff Backend Engineer – Search and Discovery Product Engineering

The Search & Discovery AI Product Engineering team is crafting a visionary search and discovery experience for Coupang users. As a backend engineer, you will drive the evolution of Coupang's most vital interfaces, facilitating over 60% of all customer transactions. Responsibilities include identifying architectural constraints, designing solutions, developing user-centric products, scaling services, and partnering cross-functionally.

5+ years of expertise in distributed systems, systems programming, backend engineering, core algorithms, system architecture, and large-scale distribution. Prior React Web experience is a significant advantage. 5+ years of coding proficiency in Java, Go, or other languages. Advanced degree in Computer Science or related field. Proven track record of managing high-availability API platforms and resolving scaling, latency, and performance issues in high-traffic environments.