Software Engineer IV

At PDI Technologies, we empower some of the world's leading convenience retail and petroleum brands with cutting-edge technology solutions that drive growth and operational efficiency.  

By “Connecting Convenience” across the globe, we empower businesses to increase productivity, make more informed decisions, and engage faster with customers through loyalty programs, shopper insights, and unmatched real-time market intelligence via mobile applications, such as GasBuddy.  We’re a global team committed to excellence, collaboration, and driving real impact. Explore our opportunities and become part of a company that values diversity, integrity, and growth. 

Role OverviewWe are seeking a Software Engineer IV – Backend to lead the design and development of distributed, microservices-based systems that power large-scale consumer and payment platforms. In this role, you will define technical direction, partner with cross-functional teams to deliver business-aligned solutions, and provide hands-on leadership across Node.js, PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS. You’ll also mentor engineers, promote engineering best practices, and ensure operational excellence in performance, scalability, and reliability. This role is ideal for a seasoned technical leader who thrives infast-paced environments and is passionate about building modern, scalable backend platforms.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and drive the technical vision for backend systems powering large-scale consumer and payment programsLead architecture and design for distributed microservices-based systems with a focus on scalability, reliability, and performancePartner closely with Product, Engineering, and cross-functional leaders to align technical solutions with business goalsMentor, coach, and uplevel engineers across the team; foster a culture of technical excellence and collaborationProvide technical leadership on critical initiatives, from inception to delivery, across multiple teams and servicesEnsure operational excellence, including observability, performance monitoring, cost optimization, and incident responseRemain hands-on where needed contributing to Node.js, PostgreSQL, Redis, and REST API developmentChampion engineering best practices in code quality, CI/CD, testing, and release management at scaleStrategic thinker with the ability to balance short-term execution with long-term architectural goalsStrong communication skills - able to translate technical details in simple language to executives, collaborate across teams, and mentor peersHigh accountability and ownership; thrives in ambiguous, fast-paced environmentsCollaborative leader who builds trust, drives alignment, and empowers teams to deliver high-impact outcomesQualificationsBachelor’s/master’s degree in computer science (or equivalent) plus 10+ years of backend engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership roleProven expertise with JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, PostgreSQL, Express.js, REST APIs, and Redis in productionDeep experience in architecting and scaling distributed microservices and event-driven systemsHands-on experience with AWS services (SQS, Lambda, ECS/EKS, API Gateway, etc.)Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions (or similar), and infrastructure as codeTrack record of leading resolution of critical production incidents and implementing systemic improvementsStrong foundation in computer science (algorithms, distributed systems, performance optimization)Preferred QualificationsExperience designing and operating production systems on KubernetesExpertise in observability and monitoring tools (Sumo Logic, Grafana, DataDog, OpenTelemetry)Contributions to modernization efforts such as migrating frameworks, upgrading Node.js versions, or evolving legacy systemsExperience influencing architectural direction beyond immediate team, shaping technical roadmapsPrior experience scaling engineering teams or serving as a domain expert/architectNice to have: Fullstack development experience working with React and GraphQL applications.Experience with Elasticsearch / Kibana is considered an assetStrategic thinker with the ability to balance short-term execution with long-term architectural goalsStrong communication skills - able to translate technical details in simple language to executives, collaborate across teams, and mentor peersHigh accountability and ownership; thrives in ambiguous, fast-paced environmentsCollaborative leader who builds trust, drives alignment, and empowers teams to deliver high-impact outcomesBehavioral CompetenciesCultivates InnovationDecision QualityManages ComplexityDrives Results Business InsightPDI is committed to offering a well-rounded benefits program, designed to support and care for you, and your family throughout your life and career.  This includes a competitive salary, market-competitive benefits, and a quarterly perks program. We encourage a good work-life balance with ample time off [time away] and, where appropriate, hybrid working arrangements.  Employees have access to continuous learning, professional certifications, and leadership development opportunities. Our global culture fosters diversity, inclusion, and values authenticity, trust, curiosity, and diversity of thought, ensuring a supportive environment for all.