Senior Software Engineer, Backend
LimePosted 2/12/2025
Senior Software Engineer, Backend
Lime
Job Location
Salary Range
126k - 174k USD / YEAR
Job Summary
Lime is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Backend) to join their City Success Engineering team. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of industry professional software development experience, with a track record of building impactful products or systems. They should be proficient in Ruby on Rails and have strong data insight skills. As a key member of the team, they will design and build core technology that powers Lime's fleet of connected vehicles, and work closely with cross-functional teams to improve operational tools and create innovative solutions for urban transportation. The position offers competitive salary, performance-based annual bonus, equity, and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional growth and a culture of belonging.
Job Description
Lime is the world's largest shared electric vehicle company. We’re on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free. Our electric bikes and scooters have powered 700+ million rides in 250+ cities on 5 continents, replacing an estimated 150+ million car trips. Named a Time 100 Most Influential Company and Fast Company Brand That Matters, Lime continues to set the pace for shared micromobility globally.
Lime is hiring a Senior Software Engineer (Backend) to join our City Success Engineering team! The City Success team is directly responsible to help Lime win, retain and expand markets globally which puts the team in a very critical space which can revolutionize the urban commute. We innovate on behalf of the cities and its people, with end to end tech features which help Lime and riders scale globally, making urban commute eco friendly and sustainable, while being safe and fun. The team will directly impact how people commute 5 years from now, making this a critical position in a unique team.
As a key member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to design and build the core technology that powers our fleet of connected vehicles. With our rapid global expansion, you’ll play a vital role in crafting backend systems that can process requests from our IoT devices and consumer-facing apps. You will also have the chance to improve our suite of operational tools that enable our distributed workforce to charge, deploy, and maintain our electric vehicles. And the best part? You get an opportunity to work with a talented group of engineers, data scientists, designers and PMs who are passionate about creating innovative solutions for urban transportation!
The ideal candidate will have experience working in an evolving startup environment. You will be an in the moment problem solver with the ability to think about the short term and long term plan. You're energized about building and scaling and being part of a forward-thinking organization.
What you'll do:
- Identify, define, and solve strategically essential technical problems, including architecting and building highly scalable foundational platforms, leading new product initiatives, and revamping core application experiences.
- Involve in the cross-functional collaboration with PMs, Engineers, Design, Data Scientists, Research, and Operations teams.
- Design and build scalable solutions to handle the problems facing micro-mobility tomorrow.
- Design and build high quality solutions to enable cities to have a good experience with Lime and for Lime and riders to have a safe experience with cities.
- Participate, Ideate, develop and shape the future of micro-mobility as we and our industry ventures into new markets and city regulations.
About you:
- 5+ years of industry professional software development experience and a track record of building impactful products or systems.
- 2+ years of experience coding in Ruby on Rails preferred.
- Data driven. You have a strong data insight and rely on data to make decisions.
- Customer obsessed. You put customers first.
- Owner’s mindset. You're a self-starter and get things across the finish line.
- Outcomes oriented. You focus on impact.
- Strong influencer. You motivate and empower your team to go above and beyond.
- Strong collaborator. You understand cross-functional strategies and involve key stakeholders in decision making.
- Passionate. You’re passionate about Lime's mission and micromobility; you want to see cities transform to become people-centric and less polluted.
The anticipated salary range for this position is CA$126,000 - CA$174,000. Annual performance bonus, equity and benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, depending on the position offered. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s location of residence, the successful candidate's skills, experience and other qualifications. In addition to base salary, some roles may be eligible for a variable performance-bonus based on a combination of company performance, employee performance, and management discretion.
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Why Lime?
When you join Lime, you join a global community of smart, caring, talented individuals working together to deliver world-changing results; striving to create an experience that enables Limers to do their best work. Here are some ways we support and invest in our team:
Competitive salaries, performance-based annual bonus and pre-IPO equity
Health and wellness offerings for all team members starting day one including access to top-tier fitness and mindfulness apps
Flexible vacation policies with ample paid holidays tailored to country of residence
Fully-paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child and financial, medical and educational support for Limers pursuing parenthood
Support for retirement and financial goals with unlimited access to financial advisors
Unlimited, complimentary use of our vehicles in hundreds of cities around the world
Professional growth opportunities through quarterly learning days and top-tier tools
Opportunities to connect across teams and locations to network, socialize and volunteer
Culture of belonging with Employee Resource Groups that engage and promote cultural awareness and DEI training across all functions
Consistent recognition of great work through meaningful rewards and career advancements
Benefits and perks vary depending on the nature of your employment and country of residence. Terms and conditions may apply.
If you want to make an impact, Lime is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our career page.
Lime is an Equal Opportunity Employer, but that’s just the start. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That’s why we’re dedicated to hiring and developing the most talented and globally diverse team – which includes individuals with different backgrounds, abilities, identities and experiences. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can email [email protected] for assistance.
Use of artificial intelligence or an LLM such as ChatGPT during the interview process will be grounds for rejection of your application.
