Onxmaps

Onxmaps

Senior Backend Engineer - Offroad

Bozeman, Montana, United States · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$146k-$182kDetected 49 days ago
GoCode ReviewGCPCloud PlatformsDockerKubernetesTerraformA/B TestingProblem Solving

About the role

  • ABOUT onX We're a team of builders, adventurers, and risk takers using technology to help people confidently explore the outdoors.
  • Each of our verticals - Hunt, Offroad, Backcountry, and Fish - is at a different stage of maturity, which means the challenges you encounter and the impact you have will vary depending on where you sit and what the business needs most.
  • We operate with an experimentation mindset, continually iterating and improving how we solve problems.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build scalable, reliable backend APIs and services that power trail navigation, land-use intelligence, and offline mapping experiences for Overlanders and Trail Riders.
  • Own end-to-end delivery of complex backend features, from architecture and design through testing, deployment, and operational readiness.
  • Partner closely with mobile and frontend engineers to define API contracts and integration patterns that enable fast, confident feature development across platforms.
  • Mentor and support the growth of junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews, design feedback, and day-to-day collaboration.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation to maintain service reliability and respond to production incidents.
  • Experience building and debugging a distributed, scalable, highly available microservices architecture.

Requirements

  • B.S., M.S., or equivalent experience in computer science or a related field
  • A minimum of seven (7) years of full-time professional software development experience is required with a focus on distributed cloud computing and API development.
  • Experience with Go lang and a curiosity for frontend development with Vue.
  • Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code technologies, such as Terraform

Nice to have

  • Though not required, we would be thrilled to consider candidates with any of the following:
  • Experience with geospatial data formats, tools, or APIs (e.g., PostGIS, GeoJSON, vector tiles, or similar)
  • Familiarity with offline-first or sync-heavy mobile architectures
  • Familiarity with at least one major cloud platform provider such as Google Cloud Platform
  • onX is committed to compensating all employees fairly and equitably for their contributions.
  • For this position, applicants can expect to make between $146,000 to $182,000 upon hire.
  • 401k matching at 100% for the first 3% you save and 50% from 3-5%
  • If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact us at PS@onxmaps.com.

Compensation

  • Competitive salaries, annual bonuses, equity, and opportunities for growth
  • 401k matching at 100% for the first 3% you save and 50% from 3-5%
  • Annual "Get Out, Get Active" funds to fuel your active lifestyle in and outside of the gym

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including a no-monthly-cost medical plan
  • Parental leave plan of 5 or 13 weeks fully paid
  • Company-wide outdoor adventures and amazing outdoor industry perks
  • Flexible time away package that includes PTO, STO, VTO, quiet weeks, and floating holidays

Company info

  • onX was founded in Montana with offices in Missoula and Bozeman.
  • If you prefer to work in an office at least part of the time this is a great option.
  • Corporate Offices: onX was founded in Montana with offices in Missoula and Bozeman. If you prefer to work in an office at least part of the time this is a great option.
  • onX is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer who will contribute to meaningful, real-world outcomes that have a lasting impact for customers and the business.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Permanent US work authorization and residence in the US is a condition of employment with onX.

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