Highspot

Principal Backend Engineer, Analytics

Seattle, Washington, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Data & Analytics, Consumer SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess significant experience in backend engineering with a strong focus on data analytics platforms. Proficiency in Typescript and React is essential, along with expertise in database optimization and API scalability. A background in building interactive analytics experiences and familiarity with Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for data governance is also required.

Responsibilities

The Principal Backend Engineer will architect and scale the Analytics Platform by designing database/query optimizations and enhancing backend scalability. They will lead the development of both frontend and backend analytics, ensuring the platform supports efficient analytical queries and reports. The role involves owning the end-to-end analytics flow, optimizing performance and usability, and evolving the RBAC framework for data governance. Additionally, the engineer will collaborate with product and engineering teams to enhance the data visualization and reporting framework.

Skills

Typescript
React
Backend Development
Frontend Development
Data Visualization
Reporting
In-Memory OLAP
API Development
Transpilation

Highspot

AI-powered sales enablement platform

About Highspot

Highspot provides a sales enablement platform that helps sales teams improve their productivity and efficiency. Its main product, Highspot Copilot, is an AI-powered digital assistant that delivers the right content to sales representatives at the right time, enhancing their ability to engage and convert potential buyers. The platform supports sales teams by managing sales content, preparing reps for different selling scenarios, and facilitating personalized interactions through digital sales rooms. Highspot also includes features for onboarding and training sales reps, ensuring they are well-prepared for real-world situations. Unlike many competitors, Highspot focuses on driving measurable outcomes such as increased win rates and reduced ramp time for sales reps. The goal of Highspot is to empower sales teams to close deals more effectively and generate higher revenue.

Key Metrics

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$625.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, & life benefits
Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Matching employer contributions (DPSP) with immediate vesting
3 Weeks of Paid Vacation
Generous Holiday Schedule
Quarterly Recharge Fridays
Flexible work schedules
Professional development opportunities
Discounted ClassPass membership
Access to coaches & therapists
2 Volunteer days per year

Risks

Highspot faces competition from larger rivals like Salesforce and Oracle.
Recent layoffs may impact Highspot's operational efficiency and innovation.
Reliance on AI technologies exposes Highspot to data privacy and ethics concerns.

Differentiation

Highspot offers a unified sales enablement platform with AI-driven features.
The platform integrates content management, training, and engagement intelligence for sales teams.
Highspot Copilot enhances sales productivity with AI-powered digital assistance.

Upsides

Highspot is recognized as a leader in the Forrester Wave report Q3 2024.
The partnership with Krisp enhances voice productivity in remote sales environments.
Highspot's Meeting Intelligence improves real-world coaching for better sales outcomes.

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