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TennrTennrNew York, NY

Staff Backend Software Engineer

Architects and implements backend services and infrastructure for high-volume workflow automation, designs ML-integrated data pipelines, and optimizes for scalability while collaborating with sales and customer teams.

220k – 255k/yr
On-site7+ YOEBackend Engineering

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Architect and implement features that drive direct customer value end-to-end across our backend services and infrastructure.
  • Lead initiatives in high-volume workflow automation, with a strong focus on building and optimizing scalable data processing and machine learning infrastructure.
  • Design and maintain complex workflows that leverage machine learning to drive automation.
  • Drive performance optimization efforts, ensuring scalability, reliability, and adherence to best practices across all layers of our stack.
  • Collaborate with sales and customer success teams to respond to feedback from our customers and prospects.
  • Embrace a founder's mindset, proactively driving projects from conception to completion, and contributing significantly to our company's growth and success.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in backend development, with a strong focus on TypeScript or Python.
  • Proven track record of building and maintaining scalable web applications, particularly in high-volume workflow automation and data processing.
  • Experience with integrating machine learning models into production environments and optimizing data pipelines.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a knack for efficient, clean coding practices.
  • Outstanding communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to a diverse audience.
  • A team player who thrives in collaborative environments and values diverse perspectives.
  • Prior experience in a startup or fast-paced tech environment is a plus.

Benefits

  • Unlimited PTO
  • 100% paid employee health benefit options
  • Employer-funded 401(k) match
  • Competitive parental leave
  • Free lunch and snacks

Skills

TypeScriptPythonMachine LearningData PipelinesWorkflow AutomationEvent-Driven SystemsBackend ArchitectureScalable Web ApplicationsSystems ArchitectureOrchestration Frameworks
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