Engineer Software, Backend

Company: Paylocity
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Location: Remote (Must be based anywhere in the Czech Republic) Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture. While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce. Help Paylocity enhance communication and enable employees to connect, collaborate, and create from anywhere with a position in Product & Technology! Want to develop the strategies and principles needed to deliver compelling software? Join our team and help us enhance our all-in-one software platform, elevate our one-of-a-kind technology, and improve the employee experience. Take your career to the next level at one of G2's Top 100 Software Companies. Explore our Product & Technology positions to see where you fit! About the Team The Search & AI Assistant team is a growing engineering group based in the Czech Republic, responsible for building the company’s Search platform and integrating a conversational AI Assistant. As usage and scope increase, the team is expanding with a clear path toward splitting into two focused teams, offering engineers the chance to join early and help shape the future of these platforms. The team collaborates closely with product and UX partners in the United States while remaining fully co-located in CZ. The technical stack includes containerized .NET services, ReactJS, AWS, OpenSearch, and Amazon Bedrock, supporting modern, scalable search and AI-driven experiences. Position Overview The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Core Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain software applications following established best practices Contribute to existing codebase while demonstrating good separation of concerns Collaborate on project planning and implementation with senior engineers Understand and adapt to existing system designs and technology choices Assist in developing solutions for small to medium-sized projects Implement and maintain automated tests and contribute to improving testing practices Follow established coding standards and participate in code reviews Communicate effectively within the engineering team Participate actively in team discussions and planning sessions Maintain awareness of ongoing team projects and initiatives Team Collaboration Work collaboratively with senior engineers on project implementation Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback Contribute to technical discussions and share knowledge with peers Support team members during challenging technical situations Build strong working relationships across departments Growth & Development Continuously improve technical skills and knowledge Learn from senior engineers and mentors Document technical decisions and solutions Share knowledge through team presentations or documentation Stay updated with industry trends and best practices Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field 2 years of hands-on professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on backend engineering Solid problem-solving skills and analytical thinking Excellent communication and collaboration abilities Technical Skills Experience developing backend systems using .NET / C# (preferred) or a comparable backend stack, with the ability to ramp up on .NET quickly Solid understanding of API design and modern API standards (REST, authentication, versioning, error handling) Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar Good understanding of backend architecture, data modeling, and performance considerations Experience implementing unit tests, integration tests, and test automation Ability to design and implement backend features with a focus on reliability, maintainability, and scalability Basic familiarity with frontend technologies and how frontend applications consume APIs Ability to work independently on well-defined problems and take ownership of backend components Experience working in an agile, cross-functional, English-speaking team Commitment to delivering robust solutions and taking responsibility for assigned tasks Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Curiosity and a mindset focused on continuous improvement Adaptability to new technologies, evolving requirements, and a dynamic environment Nice to Have Experience with search technologies such as OpenSearch Familiarity with cloud services (AWS preferred) Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Knowledge of observability and monitoring tools (Datadog, Prometheus, etc.) Experience with or interest in AI technologies and backend integrations Familiarity with frontend frameworks such as React or previous full-stack experience Physical requirements Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day. Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously. Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer. Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe diversity makes us better. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, culture, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact LeaveBenefits@paylocity.com. This email address is exclusively designated for such requests, aligning with federal and state disability laws. Please do not send resumes to this email address, as they will be removed. LI-Remote Requirements:

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