Staff Backend Engineer

TL;DR

Staff Backend Engineer (Backend): Designing and implementing complex core components and distributed systems for identity trust infrastructure with an accent on scalability, security, and modularity. Focus on architecting high-load solutions, mentoring engineers, and driving the delivery of large-scale initiatives to eliminate identity fraud.

Location: Remote (Must be based in the US)

Salary: $225K – $265K

Company

hirify.global is building the identity trust infrastructure for the digital economy to verify identities in real time and prevent fraud.

What you will do

• Design and implement complex core components and distributed systems.
• Architect solutions focusing on scalability, security, and long-term maintainability.
• Lead the planning and execution of large, complex engineering initiatives.
• Conduct code and architecture reviews to maintain high engineering standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Propose new projects to enhance platform performance and developer productivity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• 8–12 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Proven track record of leading complex, large-scale engineering projects.
• Expert-level programming skills and mastery of software engineering principles.
• Strong experience in designing and building scalable, distributed systems.
• Deep understanding of system design, performance optimization, and reliability.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation including equity and bonus opportunities.
• High-responsibility environment with a focus on ownership and critical thinking.
• Commitment to best-in-class technology experiences and engineering excellence.
• Culture of outcome-driven development and continuous improvement.
• Equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion.