Software Engineer Backend Senior - Marketplace
Mercado LibreBogota, Bogota, Capital District, Colombia
Posted March 3, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Buenos Aires, Mercado Libre has become Latin America's leading e-commerce technology company, operating its flagship marketplace MercadoLibre.com alongside the digital payments platform MercadoPago.com. The company delivers end-to-end solutions for buying, selling, advertising and secure online payments, serving millions of users across 18 countries. Its core focus spans internet commerce, fintech, and logistics, enabling seamless transactions and efficient market creation throughout the region. Mercado Libre distinguishes itself through a user-friendly interface, robust safety mechanisms, and a proven track record of scaling marketplaces in emerging economies.
Job Description
Design and scale innovative and secure systems as a Senior Backend Software Engineer at Mercado Libre, working with cutting-edge technology and applying good engineering practices to democratize electronic commerce and financial services in Latin America.
Requirements
- Developing high-quality code
- Designing and maintaining robust and scalable APIs
- Making data-driven decisions
- Designing distributed architectures
- Defining testing and observability strategies