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Senior Backend Engineer

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2 months ago
San Francisco, CA, USASenior / Mid Level
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Base Salary

$168k - $210k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain backend services and APIs using Node.js and TypeScript.
  • Design and evolve real-time, event-driven systems for core workflows.
  • Drive the full software development lifecycle from requirements to maintenance.
  • Write clean, well-tested, and well-documented code.
  • Improve observability and reliability with metrics and logging.
  • Profile and optimize services for latency and cost efficiency.
  • Use AI-powered tools for code generation and debugging.
  • Collaborate with product and design teams to create technical solutions.
  • Participate in technical design reviews and architecture discussions.
  • Mentor other engineers and share best practices.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional experience in backend or full-stack development.
  • 1-2+ years in a senior or lead capacity on large-scale applications.
  • Strong experience with distributed web applications and backend services.
  • Deep hands-on experience with Node.js and TypeScript in production.
  • Experience designing and maintaining GraphQL and/or REST APIs.
  • Solid database design and modeling experience with SQL and/or NoSQL.
  • Strong computer science fundamentals in data structures and algorithms.
  • Proven experience using AI tools to enhance development workflows.
  • Ability to take ownership of projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

  • Generous equity grant to become an owner in the company.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Flexible PTO and hybrid work schedules.
  • One-time work-from-home allowance.
  • Hubs in major cities with lunch provided for in-office days.
  • Company events and team-building activities.
  • Fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic work environment.
  • Opportunities for growth and career advancement.
  • Chance to work with cutting-edge technology.