Pave

Senior Software Engineer - Backend

New York, New York, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Compensation Platform, Fintech, SaaSIndustries

Who We Are

At Pave, we're building the industry’s leading compensation platform, combining the world's largest real-time compensation dataset with deep expertise in AI and machine learning. Our platform is perfecting the art and science of pay to give 8,500+ companies unparalleled confidence in every compensation decision.

Top tier companies like OpenAI, McDonald’s, Instacart, Atlassian, Synopsys, Stripe, Databricks, and Waymo use Pave, transforming every pay decision into a competitive advantage. $190+ billion in total compensation spend is managed in our workflows, and 58% of Forbes AI 50 use Pave to benchmark compensation.

The future of pay is real-time & predictive, and we’re making it happen right now. We’ve raised $160M in funding from leading investors like Andreessen Horowitz, Index Ventures, Y Combinator, Bessemer Venture Partners, and Craft Ventures.

Research & Development

The R&D organization encompasses engineering, product, design, data science, and security. We’re a high performing team that moves between ideation, scoping, and execution in a matter of days. Everyone on the team has high agency to design, experiment, and build great software in partnership with our pre-sales and post-sales teams, and our clients.

We're seeking passionate engineers who are excited about building robust, data-rich systems that simplify complex compensation processes at scale. Our stack is React, TypeScript, Node.js, MySQL, and BigQuery hosted on GCP.

What You'll Bring

  • 5+ years of backend engineering experience, ideally using modern web technologies such as TypeScript and Node.js, with at least 2 years building data-intensive applications.
  • Strong understanding of secure data architecture: Expert in designing databases, optimizing queries, and processing large datasets efficiently and securely.
  • Strong product intuition: You use customer needs to guide technical decisions and know when to prioritize fast iteration versus robust architecture.
  • Execution-driven mindset: You thrive in fast-paced environments, bias toward action, and ship thoughtful solutions without overengineering.
  • Adaptability in ambiguity: You’re comfortable filling in gaps, validating direction through prototypes, and evolving your approach as you learn.
  • Collaborative working style: You work well with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers, and care deeply about delivering value to users.
  • Nice to have: Experience at B2B SaaS companies, especially during periods of rapid growth or platform expansion.

Compensation, It's What We Do.

Salary is just one component of Pave's total compensation package for employees. Your total rewards package at Pave will include equity, top-notch medical, dental, and vision coverage, an unlimited PTO policy, and many other region-specific benefits. Your level is based on our assessment of your interview performance and experience, which you can always ask the hiring manager about to understand in more detail. Salary Range for this role: $195,500 - $264,500

Life @ Pave

Since being founded in 2019 Pave has grown globally. We’re based across our HQ in San Francisco’s FiDi neighborhood, Flatiron in NYC and regional hubs in Salt Lake City and the United Kingdom. We embrace a high-energy, collaborative in-person work environment at these locations, operating on a hybrid schedule that brings teams together in-office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.

Benefits

At Pave roles, responsibilities, and compensation grow as you do, reflecting our commitment to your professional development.

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and vision coverage for you and your family, with plenty of options to suit your needs
  • Flexible PTO and the ability to work from anywhere in the world for a month
  • Lunch & dinner stipends as well as fully stocked kitchens to fuel you
  • Quarterly education stipend to continuously grow
  • Robust parental leave to bond with your new

Skills

Backend Engineering
TypeScript
Node.js
Data-intensive applications
Secure data architecture
Database design
Query optimization
Large dataset processing
Product intuition
React
GCP
MySQL
BigQuery

Pave

Compensation management solutions for businesses

About Pave

Pave provides compensation management solutions designed for businesses of all sizes, particularly those backed by venture capital. Its main product is a suite of tools that integrate with existing HR Information Systems (HRIS), Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and Cap Table software, allowing companies to access real-time data for employee compensation planning and benchmarking. This integration helps eliminate the need for spreadsheets and manual data entry, enabling HR leaders to make informed decisions based on accurate information. Pave operates on a subscription-based model, offering various tiers that may include advanced analytics and personalized support. The company aims to simplify the compensation analysis process, making it easier for HR departments to ensure fair and competitive pay, which can lead to improved employee satisfaction and retention.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$165.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1-10Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary
Equity
Medical, dental & vision coverage
Commuter benefits
Catered lunch
Unlimited PTO policy

Risks

Competition from established HR tech companies like Workday and ADP is intensifying.
Data privacy concerns may arise from integrating with multiple HR systems.
Economic downturns could impact Pave's growth due to reliance on VC-backed clients.

Differentiation

Pave offers real-time compensation data, eliminating the need for spreadsheets.
Seamless integration with HRIS, ATS, and Cap Table systems sets Pave apart.
Pave's platform is powered by the largest real-time compensation dataset globally.

Upsides

Partnership with UKG enhances Pave's platform with valuable organizational data.
Pave's subscription model aligns with growing trends in enterprise software.
Increased focus on pay equity boosts demand for Pave's data-driven solutions.

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