Staff Engineer I
TrueMLSalary not specified
Full Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
E-commerce, Livestream ShoppingIndustries
Requirements
- 8+ years of software development experience
- Designing complex distributed systems that power products used by millions of users
- Excellent product instincts – prioritizing user needs and long-term objectives
- Proven ability to define technical solutions
- Low ego, growth mindset, and high-impact drive
Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with the partner team, Payments - Experience, and other teams and leaders across Whatnot
- Contribute to improvements in critical infrastructure supporting payment scale & reliability, diversity of payment options, fraud mitigation, and transaction modelling
- Advance an aspect of the domain as an expert, collaborating with the leadership team
- Make good trade-offs and exercise sound judgment
- Communicate effectively
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary for this Staff Software Engineer position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this role remote, and what are the location requirements?
The position is remote with a co-located team.
What skills and experience are required for this role?
Candidates need 8+ years of software development experience, skills in designing complex distributed systems for millions of users, excellent product instincts prioritizing user needs and long-term objectives, and proven ability to define technical solutions.
What is the company culture like at Whatnot?
The ideal candidate has low ego, a growth mindset, and high-impact drive, suggesting a collaborative and ambitious culture.
What makes a strong candidate for this Staff Software Engineer role?
A strong candidate has 8+ years of experience designing complex distributed systems for large-scale products, excellent product instincts, the ability to define technical solutions, low ego, growth mindset, and high-impact drive.
WhatNot
Online marketplace for authentic collectibles
About WhatNot
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.
Marina del Rey, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$728.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
Competitive base salary and stock options
Unlimited Vacation Policy and No Meeting Holidays
Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short term disability & Long term Disability
Work From Home Support
Up to $500 monthly to spend within Whatnot App
Care benefits
Risks
Increased competition from TikTok Shop may impact Whatnot's market share.
The collectibles market's volatility could affect Whatnot's sales and inventory.
Expansion into new categories may dilute Whatnot's specialized brand identity.
Differentiation
Whatnot offers a unique marketplace for 100% authenticated collectible items.
The platform integrates live shopping with entertainment, enhancing user engagement.
Whatnot's partnerships with major franchises like Marvel boost its market appeal.
Upsides
Whatnot's $265M funding round supports expansion and new product categories.
The platform's collaboration with PSA enhances trust through integrated authentication services.
Rising interest in live shopping among younger demographics drives Whatnot's growth.
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