Senior Backend Engineer, Checkout

Zendesk is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer, Checkout to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Senior Backend Engineer, Checkout, you'll design, build, and ship reliable software that scales to millions of users. This is a part-time, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (CST)). About the role You'll design, build, and ship reliable software that scales to millions of users, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Improve performance, reliability, and developer experience • Develop, test, and maintain features across the stack • Collaborate with product and design on new initiatives • Review pull requests and mentor teammates • Write clean, well-tested, and documented code What we offer: • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Annual learning and professional development budget • Generous paid time off and company holidays • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere-in-the-US culture • 401(k) retirement plan with company match How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Zendesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 5+ years of relevant experience • Solid understanding of data structures, APIs, and databases • Proficiency in one or more modern languages (TypeScript, Go, Python, or Java) • US work authorization • Strong communication in a remote, async environment Nice to have: • A track record of taking ownership and shipping independently • Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment