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Fivetran builds the data pipelines that power modern analytics, and its Backend Engineer roles sit at the core of that infrastructure. Fivetran has an established track record of sponsoring work visas for engineering talent, making it a realistic target if you need H-1B or employment-based sponsorship.
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From Fivetran’s founding until now, our mission has remained the same: to make access to data as simple and reliable as electricity. With Fivetran, customer data arrives in their warehouses, canonical and ready to query, with no engineering or maintenance required. We’re proud that more organizations continue to leverage our technology every day to become truly data-driven.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Fivetran is building data pipelines to power the modern data stack for thousands of companies. We’re looking for a talented Senior Software Engineer with a passion for building enterprise grade software to join the team. You will be focusing on developing world-class enterprise capabilities and features in support of our largest and most sophisticated customers. The work we do is both highly visible and critically important to the long term growth and success of Fivetran. You will have an impact across the entire product as we develop our next generation of enterprise, data governance, and solutions engineering offerings.
This team is tasked with evolving a high performance extract-load-transform data integration system that enables our connector teams to ship the Fivetran ELT product using powerful abstractions. The role will challenge you to solve problems in the domains of performance engineering, data security, and cluster orchestration. You don’t necessarily need to be a subject matter expert before you join us (you will be one before you leave!).
We're looking for people who can understand the key values that make our product great and implement those values in the many small decisions you make every day.
This is a full-time position based out of our Oakland office. Our hybrid work model offers a blend of remote flexibility and in-person collaboration, including two days in the office each week to connect and build as a team.
TECHNOLOGIES YOU’LL USE
- Java
- SQL
- Bazel, BuildKite, Docker, Kubernetes, Github
- AWS, GCP, Azure
- Postgres database
- AI Tools
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Design and implement features and performance improvements to create highly scalable distributed data pipelines on the cloud
- Develop, maintain, and test code
- Conduct design and code reviews
- Collaborate with peers, product managers, customer support, and other stakeholders to deliver the best product with high quality, performance, and scalability.
- Understand and fix challenges related to performance and scalability.
- Participate periodically in on-call rotation
- Participate in the hiring process
- Mentor Junior developers
- Make Fivetran the most reliable and secure component of our customers’ data infrastructure
SKILLS WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Software Engineering or Computer Science
- 5+ years of experience in the software industry with a passion for solving complex software engineering problems.
- Software engineering foundation - experience designing and developing reusable libraries and experimentation platforms for backend and frontend from scratch leveraging industry best practices.
- Experience working with distributed systems
- Demonstrated ability to write well-structured and performant code
- Ability to lead software and infrastructure design to satisfy project requirements
- Experience in code reviews, design, troubleshooting and testing
- Experience programming in an object oriented / systems language such as Java, C++, C# etc
- Hands-on experience working with any cloud technologies(AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization methodologies like Docker, K8s.
- Experience interacting with continuous integration tools like Buidkite.
- Knowledge of observability tools like New Relic/Grafana is a plus
- Knowledge of AI tools and usage is a plus
BONUS SKILLS
- Experience in data processing (ETL, ELT) and/or cloud-based platforms.
LOCATION
This is a full-time position based out of our Oakland office.
COMPENSATION
- Oakland Pay Range: $174,915 - $209,906.50 USD
The compensation range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire compensation for the target position and level, and may include sales incentives or target bonuses depending on the role. Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Our job titles may span more than one career level. Within the range, individual compensation is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, business need, market demands. The compensation range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your location during the hiring process.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance*
- Generous paid time-off policy (PTO), plus paid sick time, inclusive parental leave policy, holidays, and volunteer days off
- RSU stock grants*
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Company virtual happy hours, free food, and fun team-building activities
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Access to an innovative mental health support platform that offers personalized care and resources in areas such as: therapy, coaching, and self-guided mindfulness exercises for all covered employees and their covered dependents.
*May vary by country and worker type - please reach out to your recruiter for more information
We’re honored to be valued at over $5.6 billion, but more importantly, we’re proud of our core values of Get Stuck In, Do the Right Thing, and One Team, One Dream.
Fivetran brings together high-quality talent across the globe to make data access as easy and reliable as electricity for our customers. We value and recognize that our customers benefit from having innovative teams made of people from many backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Fivetran promotes diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging through attracting, recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce, not only because it is the right thing to do, but because it helps us build a world-class company to better serve our customers, our people and our communities.
To learn more about Fivetran’s culture and what it’s like to be part of the team, click here and enjoy our video.
To learn more about our candidate privacy policy, you can read our statement here.
We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to participate in our interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the process due to a disability, medical condition, or any other circumstance, please don’t hesitate to submit your request by filling out this form. We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation and ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Your request and any information provided will be kept confidential and will not impact your candidacy. We look forward to hearing from you and accommodating your needs to the best of our ability.
INTRODUCTION
From Fivetran’s founding until now, our mission has remained the same: to make access to data as simple and reliable as electricity. With Fivetran, customer data arrives in their warehouses, canonical and ready to query, with no engineering or maintenance required. We’re proud that more organizations continue to leverage our technology every day to become truly data-driven.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Fivetran is building data pipelines to power the modern data stack for thousands of companies. We’re looking for a talented Senior Software Engineer with a passion for building enterprise grade software to join the team. You will be focusing on developing world-class enterprise capabilities and features in support of our largest and most sophisticated customers. The work we do is both highly visible and critically important to the long term growth and success of Fivetran. You will have an impact across the entire product as we develop our next generation of enterprise, data governance, and solutions engineering offerings.
This team is tasked with evolving a high performance extract-load-transform data integration system that enables our connector teams to ship the Fivetran ELT product using powerful abstractions. The role will challenge you to solve problems in the domains of performance engineering, data security, and cluster orchestration. You don’t necessarily need to be a subject matter expert before you join us (you will be one before you leave!).
We're looking for people who can understand the key values that make our product great and implement those values in the many small decisions you make every day.
This is a full-time position based out of our Oakland office. Our hybrid work model offers a blend of remote flexibility and in-person collaboration, including two days in the office each week to connect and build as a team.
TECHNOLOGIES YOU’LL USE
- Java
- SQL
- Bazel, BuildKite, Docker, Kubernetes, Github
- AWS, GCP, Azure
- Postgres database
- AI Tools
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Design and implement features and performance improvements to create highly scalable distributed data pipelines on the cloud
- Develop, maintain, and test code
- Conduct design and code reviews
- Collaborate with peers, product managers, customer support, and other stakeholders to deliver the best product with high quality, performance, and scalability.
- Understand and fix challenges related to performance and scalability.
- Participate periodically in on-call rotation
- Participate in the hiring process
- Mentor Junior developers
- Make Fivetran the most reliable and secure component of our customers’ data infrastructure
SKILLS WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Software Engineering or Computer Science
- 5+ years of experience in the software industry with a passion for solving complex software engineering problems.
- Software engineering foundation - experience designing and developing reusable libraries and experimentation platforms for backend and frontend from scratch leveraging industry best practices.
- Experience working with distributed systems
- Demonstrated ability to write well-structured and performant code
- Ability to lead software and infrastructure design to satisfy project requirements
- Experience in code reviews, design, troubleshooting and testing
- Experience programming in an object oriented / systems language such as Java, C++, C# etc
- Hands-on experience working with any cloud technologies(AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization methodologies like Docker, K8s.
- Experience interacting with continuous integration tools like Buidkite.
- Knowledge of observability tools like New Relic/Grafana is a plus
- Knowledge of AI tools and usage is a plus
BONUS SKILLS
- Experience in data processing (ETL, ELT) and/or cloud-based platforms.
LOCATION
This is a full-time position based out of our Oakland office.
COMPENSATION
- Oakland Pay Range: $174,915 - $209,906.50 USD
The compensation range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire compensation for the target position and level, and may include sales incentives or target bonuses depending on the role. Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Our job titles may span more than one career level. Within the range, individual compensation is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, business need, market demands. The compensation range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your location during the hiring process.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance*
- Generous paid time-off policy (PTO), plus paid sick time, inclusive parental leave policy, holidays, and volunteer days off
- RSU stock grants*
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Company virtual happy hours, free food, and fun team-building activities
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Access to an innovative mental health support platform that offers personalized care and resources in areas such as: therapy, coaching, and self-guided mindfulness exercises for all covered employees and their covered dependents.
*May vary by country and worker type - please reach out to your recruiter for more information
We’re honored to be valued at over $5.6 billion, but more importantly, we’re proud of our core values of Get Stuck In, Do the Right Thing, and One Team, One Dream.
Fivetran brings together high-quality talent across the globe to make data access as easy and reliable as electricity for our customers. We value and recognize that our customers benefit from having innovative teams made of people from many backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Fivetran promotes diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging through attracting, recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce, not only because it is the right thing to do, but because it helps us build a world-class company to better serve our customers, our people and our communities.
To learn more about Fivetran’s culture and what it’s like to be part of the team, click here and enjoy our video.
To learn more about our candidate privacy policy, you can read our statement here.
We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to participate in our interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the process due to a disability, medical condition, or any other circumstance, please don’t hesitate to submit your request by filling out this form. We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation and ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Your request and any information provided will be kept confidential and will not impact your candidacy. We look forward to hearing from you and accommodating your needs to the best of our ability.
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Align your resume to Fivetran's stack
Fivetran's backend work centers on distributed systems, data connectors, and high-throughput pipelines. Tailor your resume to highlight experience with Java, Go, or Python in a data infrastructure context before you apply, not after you get a recruiter call.
Clarify sponsorship intent in your application
Fivetran's recruiting process moves quickly for engineering roles. Flag your visa status in your application so the hiring team can loop in HR early. Surprises late in the offer stage create delays that can cost you the role.
Understand how H-1B cap timing affects your start date
If you're not already on an active H-1B, your earliest possible start date under a cap-subject petition is October 1 of the following fiscal year. Factor this into salary negotiations and any notice period you're giving a current employer.
Use OPT or CPT to build Fivetran-relevant experience first
USCIS scrutinizes H-1B specialty occupation claims for backend roles where job duties overlap with general software development. Internship or OPT experience on distributed systems or ETL tooling gives your petition a cleaner qualification narrative.
Target open Backend Engineer roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by visa sponsorship type to focus only on Fivetran Backend Engineer postings that match your current status, whether that's F-1 OPT, H-1B transfer, or a new petition. Migrate Mate surfaces sponsorship details that standard job boards don't show.
Prepare for the PERM timeline if you're targeting a Green Card
PERM labor certification through DOL can take 18 months or longer before an EB-2 or EB-3 petition is even filed. If long-term U.S. residence is your goal, ask Fivetran's immigration team about their green card sponsorship policy during the offer stage.
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Find Backend Engineer at Fivetran JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Fivetran sponsor H-1B visas for Backend Engineers?
Yes, Fivetran sponsors H-1B visas for Backend Engineer roles. The company has a consistent track record of filing H-1B petitions for engineering positions across its product and infrastructure teams. If you're currently on OPT or a transferable H-1B, Fivetran's recruiting team is familiar with both cap-subject and cap-exempt pathways, and involves HR early once an offer is extended.
How do I apply for Backend Engineer jobs at Fivetran?
Applications go through Fivetran's careers page, where Backend Engineer roles are listed by team and location. To find roles filtered by visa sponsorship type, Migrate Mate lists active Fivetran Backend Engineer positions and surfaces sponsorship details that standard job boards omit. Before applying, tailor your materials to Fivetran's core stack, distributed systems, connectors, and data pipeline infrastructure.
Which visa types does Fivetran sponsor for Backend Engineers?
Fivetran sponsors H-1B visas and supports employment-based Green Card pathways, including EB-2 and EB-3, for Backend Engineers. The company also works with F-1 students on OPT and CPT. If you're on STEM OPT, you have up to 36 months of work authorization before an H-1B petition is needed, which gives you a longer runway to build tenure at the company.
What qualifications does Fivetran expect for Backend Engineer roles?
Fivetran's Backend Engineer roles typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field. Hands-on experience with distributed systems, API design, and high-throughput data processing is weighted heavily. For USCIS H-1B specialty occupation purposes, the degree field should align directly with the role's technical scope, so a generalist background without systems-level depth is harder to petition for.
How do I manage the H-1B timeline if I receive an offer from Fivetran?
If you need a new H-1B cap-subject petition, USCIS opens the registration window each March for an October 1 start. Fivetran would need to register you before that deadline. Premium processing, which USCIS adjudicates within 15 business days, is available and commonly used in tech to avoid uncertainty. If you're transferring an existing H-1B, portability rules allow you to start before the petition is approved, reducing delays significantly.
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