Sr Backend Engineer – Apply for Circle Card

Job Summary

Target is hiring a Sr Backend Engineer for its Circle Card team in Brooklyn, Hennepin County, US. This senior role offers a competitive salary of $202,475.70 and the chance to shape backend systems for a leading retail innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high‑performance backend services that power the Circle Card platform.
• Collaborate with product managers, front‑end engineers, and data scientists to translate business requirements into scalable APIs.
• Implement robust data models, micro‑service architectures, and cloud‑native solutions (AWS/Azure).
• Ensure code quality through code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration pipelines.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot production issues, and drive reliability improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical best‑practice documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of professional backend development experience, preferably in Java, Kotlin, Go, or Python.
• Strong expertise in RESTful API design, relational and NoSQL databases, and distributed systems.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proven ability to write clean, maintainable code and lead technical discussions.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with fintech or payment processing systems.
• Knowledge of security standards such as PCI‑DSS.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or CircleCI.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $202,475.70 per year (fixed). Target provides comprehensive health, vision, dental, life insurance, and retirement benefits, along with programs that support employee well‑being and family care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What technologies will I work with as a Sr Backend Engineer at Target?

You will primarily work with Java, Kotlin, Go or Python, RESTful APIs, cloud services (AWS/Azure), Docker, Kubernetes, and modern CI/CD pipelines.

Is remote work allowed for this position?

The role is based in Brooklyn, Hennepin County and expects on‑site collaboration, though hybrid arrangements may be discussed with hiring managers.

What benefits does Target offer to senior engineers?

Target provides comprehensive medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, and various employee wellness programs.