Senior Backend Engineer

Senior Backend Engineer

• Title of Role: Senior Backend Engineer
• Location: San Francisco, onsite
• Company Stage of Funding: Corporate Round — Software Development
• Office Type: Onsite
• Salary: $179K–$240K

Company Description

We're representing a dynamic company that is pioneering the world's first causal AI Marketing Intelligence Platform. This organization is focused on leveraging advanced data analytics and AI to transform marketing strategies for businesses. With a dedicated team, they are committed to building innovative solutions that drive measurable results for their clients.

What You Will Do

• Design and implement robust backend systems that support high-volume data processing and analytics.
• Build and maintain APIs and services using Python and FastAPI to enhance product functionality.
• Optimize database performance and data modeling in PostgreSQL to ensure efficient data retrieval and processing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate backend services with frontend applications and data pipelines.
• Utilize cloud services (AWS or GCP) to deploy and manage scalable infrastructure.
• Proactively identify and resolve system bottlenecks to improve overall performance and reliability.
• Contribute to CI/CD processes to streamline deployment and enhance development workflows.

Ideal Candidate Background

• 7+ years of experience in backend engineering with deep expertise in Python and service-oriented architecture.
• Proven track record of building and owning production backend systems from design through deployment.
• Strong knowledge of distributed systems, data-intensive applications, and scalability challenges.
• Experience with modern DevOps practices, including containerization with Docker and orchestration using Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with data processing frameworks and streaming technologies such as Kafka.

Preferred

• Experience working in fast-paced startup environments or high-growth companies.
• Background in AI, data infrastructure, or analytics systems to enhance product capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to team best practices.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary for this role ranges from $179K to $240K, complemented by competitive equity options. This company offers a collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and professional growth.