Senior Software Engineer, Backend

What you’ll do:

• Architect & Build: Develop highly scalable and reliable backend systems using Node.js, ensuring performance and security across our platform.
• Solve Complex Problems: Dive deep into challenging technical issues, from optimizing low-latency systems to managing large-scale data flows and real-time interactions.
• Collaborate & Lead: Work closely with a team of talented engineers, participating in design discussions, code reviews, and setting technical direction.
• Innovate: Explore and implement new technologies and approaches to keep our backend architecture ahead of the curve in Conversational AI and fintech.
• Maintain & Optimize: Continuously improve the performance and reliability of our systems, ensuring they scale effectively as our user base grows.

What You’ll Bring:

• Backend Expertise: Extensive experience in backend development with Node.js, including frameworks such as Express.js, Hapi.js, or Koa.js. You understand the intricacies of building scalable, high-performance backend systems.
• Complex Problem Solver: Proven track record of tackling challenging technical problems, especially in low-latency, distributed systems. You’re not afraid to dig into the details and come up with innovative solutions.
• Startup Experience: You thrive in fast-paced, early-stage environments where you can take ownership and drive impactful changes. Experience in fintech or Conversational AI is highly valued.
• Scalable Systems Design: Strong understanding of designing and building systems that handle real-time interactions and large-scale data processing.
• Technical Excellence: Passionate about code quality, testing, and performance. You follow best practices like Test-Driven Development (TDD) and write clean, maintainable code.
• Real-Time Expertise: Experience with real-time technologies such as web sockets, long-polling, or server-sent events. You know how to make systems that feel instant and responsive.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with AI models and their integrations, specifically related to Conversational AI
• Demonstrated experience with React and Python
• Familiarity with Fintech or Financial Services (FinServ) industries

Compensation

• Compensation is expected to be between $155,000 - $180,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and location.

What We Offer

• 💻 Remote First Policy
• 🏥 Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 🏝 PTO & Holidays
• ✨ Life Insurance