Design, build, and ship backend services that support user-facing features across mobile and web experiences
Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, designers, and data partners
Lead backend technical planning and contribute to architecture decisions that improve scalability, reliability, and performance
Proactively identify opportunities to improve user experience through backend optimizations and system enhancements
Build and maintain clear technical documentation to support a growing and distributed engineering organization

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience building and scaling backend systems in consumer technology or fintech environments
Experience designing and operating distributed systems, APIs, and data flows that support user facing applications
Familiarity with message brokers and event driven systems, as well as caching and performance optimization strategies
Demonstrated ability to lead technical execution, mentor other engineers, and deliver with a high bar for quality
Drive and proactivity – everyone here is a builder and executor.

Benefits

Competitive base salary, stock options, and health benefits from Day 1
401(k) plan with company match
Remote-friendly (US), flexible time off (FTO), and opportunities for growth
A high-growth, mission-driven, inclusive culture where your work has real impact

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

backend servicesdistributed systemsAPIsdata flowsmessage brokersevent driven systemscachingperformance optimizationtechnical documentationscalability

Soft Skills

collaborationleadershipmentoringproactivityuser experience improvementtechnical planningcommunicationexecutionquality focusproblem solving