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Staff Software Engineer, Backend
San Francisco, California, United States of America
Full Time
1 week ago
$150,000 - $250,000 USD
No H1B
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Key skills
Python
Leadership
Mentoring
Communication
About this role
Role Overview
Own and evolve complex backend systems that power core product flows, from architecture and data modelling to reliability and long-term scalability
Partner closely with engineering leadership, product, and design to shape technical direction and translate ambiguous problems into durable solutions
Lead high-impact initiatives that span multiple services or teams, setting clear technical direction and unblocking others
Raise the bar on system design, correctness, and operational excellence across the backend codebase
Act as a force multiplier for the team: reviewing designs, mentoring engineers, and helping others make strong technical decisions
Contribute to our engineering culture by modelling thoughtful tradeoffs, clear communication, and ownership at scale
Requirements
Significant experience designing and building backend systems in Python (or similar), including APIs, data models, and distributed services
A strong track record of owning technical systems or product areas end-to-end, especially in growing or evolving codebases
Comfort working in ambiguity: able to define problems, propose options, and guide teams toward pragmatic solutions
Deep care for system correctness, reliability, and long-term maintainability, balanced with real product needs
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence technical direction across the team
Experience mentoring engineers and elevating team-wide technical quality (formal management experience not required)
Nice to have: Experience working in marketplace, fintech, or data-sensitive systems
Nice to have: Exposure to scaling systems, migrations, or meaningful architectural change
Nice to have: Interest in helping shape engineering standards and best practices as the team grows
Tech Stack
Python
Benefits
Remote-friendly work culture with office hubs in SF, NY, Seattle & Toronto
In-person company offsites
Medical, dental, & vision coverage
Flexible time off
401(k) with employer match
WFH stipend to support your home office needs
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