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Backend Engineer (Remote)

Ashby

Candidates should have experience in backend development, proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Node.js, and a solid understanding of database management systems. Familiarity with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture is preferred.

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  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconEntry Level & New Grad
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United States
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Developer, Backend

1Password

Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in software development, a drive for best practices and coding standards, and the ability to solve moderately complex problems. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential, along with a passion for testing methodologies and debugging techniques. Experience with Kotlin, Swift, Rust, JavaScript, Go, or similar languages is a plus.

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  • Experience level iconJunior (1 to 2 years)
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Sr. Software Engineer, Backend

Mercari

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) - At least 8 years of experience in backend development - Experience with large-scale distributed systems handling millions of users - Experience with microservices architecture and service mesh - Experience with performance optimization at scale, including database optimization and caching strategies - Experience with modern backend build tools and deployment strategies (Docker, Kub…

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  • Experience level iconSenior (5 to 8 years)
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Senior Software Engineer, API

Headspace

Candidates should possess at least 3-4 years of hands-on software development experience, building APIs and microservices, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field. They should have experience defining, designing, and shipping new features in a remote environment, along with experience with unit, integration, and end-to-end testing, as well as using CI/CD systems. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are also required, as is self-motivation and the ability …

  • Compensation icon$130,000 - $180,000/year
  • Employment type iconInternship
  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
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Software Engineer, Back End

Common Room

Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in software engineering, particularly in backend development. Proficiency with AWS, Postgres, and Node.js is required, along with a strong ability to operate independently and collaborate effectively with other engineers. Candidates should also possess good judgement on tradeoffs and tools needed for problem-solving, and a preference for supported, stable technologies is essential.

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  • Experience level iconJunior (1 to 2 years)
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Software Engineer, API

Headspace

Candidates are required to have 3+ years of hands-on software development experience building APIs and microservices, strong proficiency in either Typescript/Node.js or Python/Django, excellent debugging skills and experience with unit, integration, and end-to-end testing, as well as using CI/CD systems, and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an equivalent degree.

  • Compensation icon$120,000 - $160,000/year
  • Employment type iconInternship
  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years)
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Lead API Engineer

sFOX

Candidates should have 5 years of experience as a software engineer, with at least 3 years focused on backend/API services. Experience deploying and architecting backend applications using Node.js for single page applications, mobile applications, or public API consumption is required. Familiarity with Typescript or Javascript, typed languages, relational databases (MySQL, Postgresql, MSSQL), and writing automated test suites is necessary. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related tec…

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  • Experience level iconSenior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
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United States
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Software Engineer, Search Integrations (Backend)

Cribl

Candidates should have experience with data structures and algorithms, agile processes, and rapid iterative development. Experience in developing distributed systems and working with data at scale is required, along with experience integrating with 3rd party APIs. Familiarity with AWS, Lambda, and cloud infrastructure is necessary, as is experience building search functionalities. The ability to problem-solve from first principles, maintain focus on overarching objectives, and possess excellent …

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  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years)
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Senior Software Engineer, Backend API

Flock Safety

- Extensive experience writing code - Excellent written and verbal communication skills in customer-facing communications - Ability to organize, track, and deliver multiple projects in parallel - Experience with Go and Typescript (Node) web services - Experience with microservice-oriented architecture and designing systems at scale (processing over 1 billion images daily in real-time) - Motivated by taking unknown problems, analyzing them, and developing plans - Proficiency in writing, optimizin…

  • Compensation icon$171,000 - $190,000/year
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconSenior (5 to 8 years)
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Back-end Engineer

doola

Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of professional backend development experience, with proven experience in Java (Spring Boot or similar) and Node.js. They must have hands-on experience with MySQL and PostgreSQL/MongoDB, and be proficient in designing and integrating RESTful APIs. Familiarity with AWS services such as EC2, RDS, and S3 is required, along with a strong understanding of backend architecture, database optimization, and distributed systems. The ability to work effectively w…

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  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
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Software Engineer, Backend

Twin Health

- Strong programming experience in Java and/or JavaScript (Node is a plus) - Expertise in cloud infrastructure technologies (e.g., Micro-services Architecture, RESTful APIs, AWS, NoSQL) and/or JS frameworks (e.g., Vue, Angular, React) in addition to HTML5 and CSS - Deep knowledge of one or more JS frameworks (e.g., Vue, React, Angular) as well as responsive and adaptive web design principles - Experience with database technologies such as Amazon DynamoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, etc - Bachelor's degree in…

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  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
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Senior Software Engineer, Backend | Product Engineering

TRM Labs

Candidates should have experience designing and building scalable systems, web applications, APIs, and services. A strong understanding of storage systems, including relational databases like Postgres and analytical databases, is required. Demonstrated experience in understanding customer pain points and translating them into technical and product requirements is essential. The ideal candidate will possess a high degree of initiative and ownership, the ability to navigate ambiguity, and exceptio…

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  • Experience level iconSenior (5 to 8 years)
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Backend Engineer

Databento

- Proficiency in modern Python - 3+ years of work experience designing, implementing, and/or integrating web APIs (REST, GraphQL, RPC)

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  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconMid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
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Sr. Software Engineer

Vanta

Candidates should possess at least 8 years of industry experience with backend development, demonstrating a proven ability to design clean, effective internal APIs and services. Strong proficiency in TypeScript, GraphQL, and MongoDB is required, along with experience in building both early-stage (0 to 1) and scaling (1 to 10) systems with strong execution skills. Demonstrated leadership of significant technical projects from inception through delivery is essential, as is a pragmatic approach to …

  • Compensation icon$207,000 - $244,000/year
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconSenior (5 to 8 years)
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Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Flock Safety

- 3+ years of PostgreSQL experience (querying, schema design, and performance tuning) - 3+ years of database architecture experience - 8+ years of backend development experience, including at least 4+ years using Go in production - Building scalable, high-performance Go microservices - Proficiency with message queues, pub/sub systems, or event-driven architectures - Deep knowledge of Go internals and concurrency patterns (goroutines, channels, sync primitives) - Expertise in profiling and optimi…

  • Compensation icon$171,000 - $200,000/year
  • Employment type iconFull Time
  • Experience level iconSenior (5 to 8 years)
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