[Remote] Senior Platform Engineer II at Boulevard

United States

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Requirements

6+ years building and scaling distributed backend systems in production environments
Strong background designing and implementing GraphQL and REST APIs, with fundamentals in system design, data modeling, and performance optimization
Deep understanding of caching, queuing (Kafka, Redis MQ, or similar), and asynchronous architectures
Hands-on experience architecting and operating large-scale services on AWS (or similar)
Proficiency in at least one backend language (e.g., Go, Python, Node.js, or similar) and openness to learning Elixir
Proven ability to lead projects from concept to delivery, set technical direction, and resolve challenges proactively
Strong communicator who thrives in cross-functional environments and drives outcomes through influence and partnership
Commitment to mentoring and elevating others through thoughtful feedback, knowledge sharing, and high engineering standards

Responsibilities

Design, build, and scale backend services and APIs (GraphQL and REST) that power Boulevard’s ecosystem
Develop performant, fault-tolerant systems using caching, queuing, and asynchronous processing
Implement event-driven architectures with tools like Kafka and Redis MQ
Partner with infrastructure engineers to evolve cloud-native architecture and improve observability on AWS
Lead projects end-to-end — from ideation to deployment — ensuring technical quality, scalability, and timely delivery
Proactively identify issues, propose solutions, and drive continuous improvement across the platform
Mentor and support other engineers, fostering technical growth and a culture of learning
Demonstrate senior-level ownership in code quality, collaboration, and execution; influence through expertise and impact

Skills

Boulevard

Business management platform for beauty services

About Boulevard

Boulevard provides a business management platform specifically designed for service-based businesses in the beauty and wellness industry. The platform includes tools for booking appointments, managing inventory, and enhancing customer interactions through features like customizable intake forms, two-way messaging, self-check-in, and automated arrival alerts. It allows businesses to create detailed client profiles that track past visits and purchases, enabling personalized service and stronger client relationships. Boulevard's one-tap tipping feature encourages upsells and pre-bookings, while its Software as a Service (SaaS) model charges clients a subscription fee for access. The platform is recognized for its user-friendly design and effectiveness in improving operational efficiency, setting it apart from competitors.

West Hollywood, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$105.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

100% Health, dental, & vision coverage

Flexible vacation & PTO

Quarterly bonus

401k Match

Boulevard bucks

WFH perks

Risks

Emerging competitors offer similar features at lower costs, threatening Boulevard's market share.

Economic downturns may reduce spending in the beauty industry, affecting Boulevard's revenue.

Data privacy concerns with third-party integrations could lead to regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

Boulevard offers a comprehensive platform tailored for the beauty and wellness industry.

The platform integrates client self-scheduling, CRM, and payment processing seamlessly.

Boulevard's focus on personalized services enhances customer experience and operational efficiency.

Upsides

Boulevard achieved a 122% increase in annual recurring revenue in 2022.

The company launched Boulevard Capital to provide growth funding for self-care businesses.

Boulevard's enhanced Google integration improves booking efficiency for medspas and salons.

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