[Remote] Sr. Software Engineer, Partner Sharing (Backend) at Zapier

Plounérin, Brittany, France

Zapier Logo
$170,800 – $256,100Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Automation, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

  • API Development Experience: Built and maintained APIs, gateways, and integration points that serve real-world production traffic
  • Language Proficiency: Fluent in Python, with strong experience using Django and ideally the Django REST Framework
  • Authentication Knowledge: Familiar with OAuth, API keys, JWTs, and other authentication patterns used in secure API systems
  • Scale and Reliability Mindset: Design systems for performance, resilience, and maintainability; think carefully about how features reach customers
  • Developer Experience Focus: Care deeply about usability, feedback loops, and how external developers interact with APIs
  • Collaborative Spirit: Thrive in cross-functional environments, engaging openly with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers
  • Experienced backend engineer with technical depth, customer sympathy, empathy, and adaptability

Responsibilities

  • Design and build new partner-facing APIs that power automation and integration directly within partner platforms
  • Expand and improve the Powered by Zapier platform, ensuring reliability, scalability, and exceptional developer experience
  • Enhance partner developer tools and documentation, creating seamless onboarding and implementation experiences
  • Balance internal and external needs, ensuring systems are ergonomic and scalable for both Zapier’s engineering teams and external developers
  • Collaborate across teams including Platform, Infrastructure, and Product Engineering to ensure smooth integration and interoperability
  • Lead technical initiatives, mentor teammates, and contribute to architectural decisions that set long-term direction for the product

Skills

Backend Engineering
API Design
Python
Scalable Systems
Automation
Integrations
Workflows
REST APIs

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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