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Lead Backend Engineer (BFF)

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about 3 hours ago
Austin, TX, USA or New York, NY, USASenior / Staff+

Base Salary

$225k - $255k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain horizontally scalable backend systems using TypeScript and Go.
  • Develop GraphQL and REST APIs for iOS, Android, and web clients.
  • Lead features through the full lifecycle from ideation to maintenance.
  • Define and uphold a robust testing strategy across various layers.
  • Collaborate with product, design, and client engineers to translate requirements into backend solutions.
  • Contribute to architecture discussions, code reviews, and process improvements.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in backend development with strong proficiency in Go.
  • Solid understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases like Redis and DynamoDB.
  • Deep knowledge of testing best practices and frameworks.
  • Experience owning features end-to-end from conception to production.
  • Strong grasp of system design principles for scaling products.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Enjoys collaborative work in cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization technologies.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation, equity, and world-class benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 30-day eligibility.
  • Unlimited PTO plus one company-wide week off and Focus Fridays.
  • Fully paid life and long-term disability insurance.
  • 401k with 4% company match after 90 days.
  • Monthly wellness benefit and access to wellness programs.
  • Maternity and fertility benefits with 26 weeks paid parental leave.