Senior Backend Engineer, Creations at Patreon

New York, New York, United States

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$200,000 – $300,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in software development. Strong experience with Python or a similar language is required, along with experience in React, next.js, Typescript, or Javascript and SQL. Solid communication skills with cross-functional team members are essential, and candidates should be eager to take on new challenges and expand their skill set. Additionally, the ability to mentor and guide engineers to build a strong product-minded engineering culture is important.

Responsibilities

The Senior Backend Engineer will own and deliver well-scoped full stack product feature milestones that help creators create content on Patreon. They will drive the technical design of components that are scalable, well-tested, and easy to maintain. Advocating for best patterns and practices in system design, performance, observability, and testing is a key responsibility. Collaboration with product managers, data scientists, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-quality features is expected, as well as championing innovative solutions that enhance usability and engagement with discovery features.

Skills

Python

React

Next.js

TypeScript

JavaScript

SQL

Patreon

Membership platform for creators and artists

About Patreon

Patreon is a membership platform that connects artists and creators with their most dedicated fans, allowing them to earn a sustainable income. It serves a variety of creators, including writers, musicians, visual artists, and podcasters, by enabling them to offer exclusive content and experiences to their supporters, known as patrons, in exchange for a monthly subscription fee. Creators can set up different membership tiers that provide various perks, which helps them establish a reliable income stream that is often more stable than traditional revenue sources like advertising. Patreon takes a percentage of the earnings from creators, ensuring that the company's success is tied to the success of its users. The platform also provides tools for creators to manage their memberships, engage with patrons, and grow their audience. The main goal of Patreon is to support independent creators in achieving financial stability and fostering a closer relationship with their audience.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$342.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_FCompany Stage

Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Equity - Our company was built on the idea of value for value. To get the best on board, we provide competitive base salaries, stock options, and a 401k program.

The Bells and Whistles - As they say, it’s the little things: commuter stipend, computer gear, standing desks, a learning stipend for your professional development and a monthly patronage stipend.

Health Coverage - We offer incredible healthcare options for you and your loved ones (including dental, vision and mental health), as well as snacks and a daily catered lunch.

Balance & Wellness - We offer a gym stipend (or Fitness SF membership), as well as unlimited vacation and sick leave.

Risks

Alleged privacy violations could lead to legal challenges for Patreon.

Integration with AltStore PAL may attract scrutiny from Apple.

Recent layoffs and office closures suggest potential financial instability.

Differentiation

Patreon offers creators a direct revenue stream through fan subscriptions.

The platform supports diverse creators, from musicians to visual artists and podcasters.

Patreon aligns its success with creators by taking a percentage of their earnings.

Upsides

Growing demand for exclusive content boosts Patreon's appeal to creators.

Integration with AltStore PAL expands monetization opportunities for developers.

Expansion of e-commerce features diversifies creators' income streams.

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