a16z Senior Backend Engineer for Scalable D2C Platform
Summary
Senior Backend Engineer at Socket.dev builds and scales Java-based microservices for a direct-to-consumer platform, collaborating with frontend teams to implement merchant features.
Socket.dev is seeking a backend generalist to design and scale services powering our direct-to-consumer platform. You will build scalable backend services in Java, design robust APIs, and collaborate with frontend teams to implement merchant features.
The role emphasizes strong backend fundamentals, microservices, and cloud deployments, with a base salary in the $167k–$230k range and total rewards including equity and bonus. Office-based in Los Angeles.