Software Engineer, Backend (NodeJS)

TL;DR

Backend Engineer (NodeJS): Designing and maintaining powerful services for a data presentation layer with an accent on API product expansion and integration scalability. Focus on building greenfield product verticals and ensuring the reliability of distributed systems under scale.

Location: Hybrid: 2+ days/week in San Francisco office

Company

hirify.global is an API product that powers impactful applications by providing a robust data presentation layer.

What you will do

• Design, build, and maintain powerful backend services to enable the data presentation layer.
• Drive product expansion through horizontal integration growth and greenfield development in new product verticals.
• Develop and test integrations to ensure security, scalability, and high performance at scale.
• Deploy code daily and contribute to large-scale initiatives spanning across multiple teams.
• Debug complex issues across the stack using modern observability tooling.
• Write scalable and maintainable code aligned with strategic roadmap priorities.

Requirements

• 4+ years of relevant backend development experience in a start-up environment.
• Proven track record of delivering projects characterized by high ambiguity.
• Proficiency with NodeJS, PostgreSQL, and Redis.
• Strong understanding of system design and experience with distributed systems.
• Experience with Git and API authentication/authorization methods, particularly OAuth.
• Must be based in or able to work hybrid in San Francisco.

Nice to have

• Experience using AWS or other cloud providers.
• Experience with distributed messaging systems.
• Strong knowledge of testing best practices and TDD.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive equity with a 10-year exercise window.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage (100% for employees).
• Unlimited PTO with a mandatory 3-week minimum.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Regular team offsites and meetups.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement in the SF office.