Staff Engineer I
TrueMLFull Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates should have 7+ years of software development experience building scalable systems for millions of users, excellent product instincts, and experience designing complex distributed systems. They must be able to define technical roadmaps, identify and build systems to improve the business, understand and explain technical trade-offs, enable cross-team collaboration, mentor others, and own projects from inception to maintenance. The ability to quickly become effective in new technologies is required, and experience with payment systems, international commerce, and high-growth startup environments is a plus. Candidates must also be open to frontend work when necessary and be within commuting distance of the New York hub.
The Software Engineer will be responsible for advancing critical infrastructure supporting payment scale and reliability, diversity of payment options, fraud mitigation, and improvements in transaction modeling and tax. They will collaborate with partner teams, other teams, and senior leaders to ensure seamless international marketplace operations. This includes designing and building systems, making trade-offs, exercising good judgment, communicating effectively, delegating ownership, and shipping high-quality products iteratively.
Online marketplace for authentic collectibles
Whatnot.com operates as an online marketplace dedicated to collectibles, particularly focusing on items like Funkos and FiGPiNs. The platform ensures that every collectible listed is 100% authentic through a rigorous verification process that includes hand authentication, providing trust and security for both buyers and sellers. It caters to collectors and enthusiasts who seek a reliable space to buy and sell rare and exclusive items from popular franchises such as Marvel Comics and Star Wars. Whatnot.com distinguishes itself from competitors by charging low fees on sales and offering seller protection, which guarantees prompt and secure payments. The company's goal is to create a trusted environment for the growing community of collectible enthusiasts, facilitating safe and easy transactions for unique items.