Senior Backend Software Engineer
SeekWell
About the role
Who we are
SeekWell is the parent company of 1-800 Contacts, Luna, and The Framery. Our goal is to make it simpler, easier, and more accessible for people to get the vision care they need. We maintain the legendary, award-winning culture 1-800 Contacts started almost 30 years ago and continue to develop innovative, pioneering products and businesses that make consumers cheer. We’re owned by KKR – one of the world’s largest and most successful private equity investment companies. We’ve built an excellent company and changed an industry by putting the customer first, always. The best is yet to come!
Why you want this job
As a Senior Backend Software Engineer at SeekWell, you'll collaborate with a team of engineers to develop, maintain, and support the backend services and internal applications that power our business. You'll work with technologies including C#, ASP.NET Core, GraphQL, and RESTful services while using AI coding agents as part of your day-to-day development process. You'll have the opportunity to independently solve technical challenges, contribute to production systems, and collaborate closely with engineers and product managers in a Kanban-based environment.
What you’ll do
Develop and maintain backend platform services and internal applications, including C#, ASP.NET Core, GraphQL, and RESTful services.
Use AI coding agents as part of your daily development workflow while evaluating generated code for correctness, quality, and maintainability.
Investigate technical issues, troubleshoot production applications, and develop effective solutions.
Design, build, and maintain integrations with third-party services.
Write and maintain comprehensive automated tests to ensure application quality and reliability.
Participate in code reviews, pull requests, and CI/CD processes to support reliable production releases.
Independently deliver projects or work collaboratively with other engineers, contributing to the team's Kanban workflow and partnering with the Product Manager.
Support production systems through participation in an on-call rotation, including off-hours, weekends, and holidays.
What you'll need
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
8+ years of professional software engineering experience, with strong backend development fundamentals.
Experience developing, maintaining, and supporting production applications and backend services.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate complex technical issues and develop effective solutions.
Experience using AI coding agents in day-to-day software development, including the ability to independently evaluate and validate their output.
Understanding of software development best practices, including automated testing, code reviews, and application quality.
Ability to independently complete projects, take ownership of your work, and contribute to the success of the broader engineering team.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders.
Commitment to continuous learning, professional growth, and incorporating constructive feedback.
Ability to work in a flexible hybrid environment, including time in our Draper, Utah office, and participate in an on-call rotation supporting 24/7 production systems.
Why we will love you
Strong hands-on experience with C# and ASP.NET Core.
Experience developing GraphQL services, particularly with Hot Chocolate GraphQL Server.
Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Azure Functions, T-SQL, AWS, containerization, or Application Insights.
Experience mentoring junior engineers and sharing technical knowledge with teammates.
Understanding of customer needs and business requirements, with the ability to connect engineering decisions to broader business goals.
A team-oriented mindset, a strong sense of ownership, and enthusiasm for learning and improving how software is developed.
Perks
Free eye exams for your entire family
Deep discounts on lenses, glasses, and other services
Amazing healthcare coverage
401(k) match
Flexible PTO
Tuition reimbursement program
In-house restaurant with highly discounted meals (Steak dinner under $6)
Free snacks, ice cream, and drinks every day
Full onsite gym
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain backend platform services and internal applications.
- Use AI coding agents and validate their output for correctness, quality, and maintainability.
- Troubleshoot production applications and integrate third-party services.
- Write automated tests and participate in code reviews and CI/CD processes.
- Deliver projects independently and collaborate with engineers and product managers.
- Participate in an on-call rotation supporting production systems.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
- Eight or more years of professional software engineering experience with strong backend fundamentals.
- Experience developing, maintaining, and supporting production applications and backend services.
- Experience using AI coding agents and evaluating their output.
- Knowledge of automated testing, code reviews, and software quality practices.
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment in Draper, Utah and participate in an on-call rotation.
- Strong C# and ASP.NET Core experience; GraphQL experience is a plus.
Benefits
- Free eye exams for your family and discounts on lenses, glasses, and services.
- Healthcare coverage and 401(k) match.
- Flexible paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
- Discounted meals, free snacks and drinks, and an onsite gym.
Skills mentioned
About SeekWell
For too long, glasses have been seen as a correction of a physical ailment — a medical necessity. But, they should be so much more than vision correction. Glasses should serve as an outward expression of personality; an extension of style. Visual language. A voice. Your "Lingo" is the words you use to express yourself. Liingo is how you express yourself using your two "i"s. Our passion is to enable consumers to use eyewear for self-expression—to make a statement and tell their stories through eyewear. We know that at $270 a pop for glasses, this can't happen. So, we're flipping the model. - We carefully curate our selection to make it easy to find the styles that express the depth and breadth of your personality. - We only sell frames made from premium materials, sourced directly from the manufacturer, providing the highest quality at affordable prices. - We don’t sell branded products like Oakley, Ray-Ban and Prada because we believe that self-expression doesn’t need an expensive label. - We delight customers with a superior experience, including benefits like a free 60-day return policy. - We include free prescription lenses with every pair, so you can spend your money where it matters most—your style.