What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior / Staff Backend Engineer position at Solomon Page?
Our client is looking to fill the role of Senior Backend Engineer. You must have attended a top 20 Computer Science college in the US or a Top 10 global university. This position is located on site in the San Francisco office.
We are backed by Y Combinator, and our founding team consists of seasoned entrepreneurs with prior exits. We have a transparent, collaborative and a fast-paced culture that prioritizes winning with a flat organizational structure.
You will play a critical role in building our platform, driving the technical direction of our company. This is a hands-on position that will involve working on all parts of our stack, from the frontend to the backend, and collaborating with other engineers, designers, and founders. A great opportunity for someone to create a lasting impact not only on the primary product but also on the company's values and vision, given our early stage - we hope we will be that career-defining opportunity for all of us!
Responsibilities :
Work closely with the rest of the team to design and implement our backend, frontend, and infrastructure.
Collaborate with other engineers and designers to build a user-friendly and intuitive platform that meets our customers' needs.
Help define and execute the technical roadmap for our platform, balancing technical debt and innovation to ensure we can deliver on our business goals.
Inventing, extending, and maintaining development processes, tools, and workflows.
Qualifications :
BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
6 years of experience as a full stack engineer, with a focus on building scalable and reliable web applications, preferably at a pre-Series B startup. Having managed teams is a plus.
Strong proficiency in at least one modern frontend framework; experience with React and Next.js is preferred.
Strong proficiency in Python, and familiarity with at least one Python backend framework.
Experience with AWS and knowledge of AWS cost and billing is a plus.
Experience with SQL or NoSQL databases.
Experience with Docker and container orchestration systems (e.g. Kubernetes) is a plus.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Experience with and enjoys creating prototypes and experimenting quickly.
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today. The Solomon Page Distinction Our teams, comprised of subject matter experts, develop an interest in your preferences and goals and we act as an advisor for your career advancement. Solomon Page has an extensive network of established clients which allows us to present opportunities that are well-suited to your respective goals and needs – this specialized approach sets us apart in the industries we serve.
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