Backend Engineer, Markets
Polymarketabout 3 hours ago
New York, NY, USAEntry Level / Mid Level
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain automation pipelines for market management.
- Integrate external data sources like sports APIs and news feeds.
- Design reliable systems with monitoring and alerting capabilities.
- Contribute to accurate market resolution systems.
- Debug production failures under time pressure.
- Participate in code reviews and design discussions.
Requirements
- 1–4 years of professional backend engineering experience or strong internships with personal projects.
- Proficiency in TypeScript, Python, or Go, with strong skills in at least one.
- Experience integrating third-party APIs and handling inconsistent data.
- Evidence of shipping production code or running personal projects.
- Familiarity with AI-native development tools like Claude Code or Codex.
- Comfort with Linux and cloud tooling.
Benefits
- Competitive salary & equity
- Unlimited PTO
- Full Health, Vision, & Dental coverage
- 401k match
- Hardware setup including a new MacBook Pro and accessories