Senior Backend Engineer
RasaSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
$170,800 – $224,100Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
SaaS, Automation, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should have experience in backend or fullstack software engineering, with a preference for backend-leaning skills. Experience with building robust systems, enabling advanced user workflows, and shaping the future of automation is desired. Familiarity with modern development tools and remote work flexibility is also a plus.
Responsibilities
The role involves building and scaling the core engine that powers Zapier's automation platform, focusing on reliability, intelligence, and advanced user workflows. Responsibilities include redesigning and modernizing the Zap creation experience, building flexible UI components, and contributing to foundational infrastructure. Additionally, the role involves building systems for error detection, surfacing, and explanation to aid users in debugging workflows, as well as developing and maintaining the execution engine to handle millions of daily runs, improve system performance, and reduce latency.
Skills
Backend Development
Fullstack Development
Automation
AI
Workflow Design
System Scalability
Reliability Engineering
Observability
Troubleshooting
Enterprise Software
Zapier
Automation platform for web application workflows
About Zapier
Zapier connects various web applications to help users automate their workflows and improve productivity. It allows users to create 'Zaps,' which are automated workflows that link different apps to carry out specific tasks without needing technical skills. This platform is particularly beneficial for small to medium-sized businesses and individual professionals who want to save time on repetitive tasks. Unlike many competitors, Zapier offers a user-friendly interface that makes it easy for anyone to set up automations. The company operates on a subscription model, providing different pricing tiers based on the number of Zaps and tasks a user requires, with the goal of making automation accessible to a wider audience.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$1.3MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Work from anywhere
Competitive salary & bonus program
PTO
Health, dental, & vision coverage
Retirement plan with company match
Stock options
2 annual company retreats
Parental leave
Home office setup stipend
Professional development allowance
Risks
Open-source AI models like MiniMax-01 could challenge Zapier's market position.
Dependency on third-party services poses risks if integration policies change.
Competition from AI-driven automation tools may affect Zapier's market share.
Differentiation
Zapier empowers non-technical users to automate workflows without coding skills.
The platform offers a wide range of app integrations for seamless automation.
Zapier's subscription model provides scalable solutions for small to medium-sized businesses.
Upsides
Increased demand for no-code platforms boosts Zapier's growth potential.
Remote work trends make Zapier essential for distributed teams.
Expansion of integration ecosystem enhances Zapier's industry-specific automation solutions.
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