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Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Marketplace/App Experience)

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about 3 hours ago
Remote, United StatesStaff+
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Base Salary

$204k - $290k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Set technical strategy for the team on a year-long time scale.
  • Collaborate with product management, design, and analytics throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Act as a force-multiplier by defining and advocating for technical solutions.
  • Ensure team operations and availability with proper monitoring and support processes.
  • Foster a culture of quality and ownership through code review and design standards.
  • Develop talent on the team by providing feedback and guidance.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience designing and developing backend systems at scale.
  • Proficiency in languages like Python or Kotlin.
  • Experience with distributed systems using AWS, MySQL, Spark, and Kubernetes.
  • 2+ years of experience in search or recommendation engines.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

  • 100% subsidized medical coverage for you and your dependents.
  • Generous stipends for technology, food, lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses.
  • Competitive vacation and holiday schedules.
  • Employee stock purchase plan at a discount.