Applications Engineer

Key to Web3

Austin, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Application Programming Interface (API), Best Practices, Computer Science, Cross-Functional, GraphQL, Internet Application, Microservices, Node.js, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Process Improvement, Product Design, Product Engineering, Production Systems, Query Optimization, REST (Representational State Transfer), React.js, Server Architecture, Server Programming/Applications, Software Administration, Software Engineering, Sprint Planning, Standup Meetings, Team Player, Technical Recruiting, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Austin, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago
Applications Engineer

We are hiring an Applications Engineer to help develop and optimize high-performance web and backend systems across compute infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain web applications using TypeScript, React, and modern frameworks.
  • Develop and maintain APIs using Fastify, tRPC, GraphQL, gRPC, and REST.
  • Participate in architecture discussions and propose scalable, secure solutions.
  • Write modular, testable code focused on long-term maintainability.
  • Create and run test plans to ensure software quality.
  • Monitor system performance and address bottlenecks.
  • Document architecture, APIs, and internal processes.
  • Contribute to feature development and iterative product improvements.
  • Work cross-functionally with design, product, and engineering teams.
  • Participate in Agile workflows (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives).

Key Requirements:

  • Proficiency in TypeScript, NextJS, Fastify, tRPC, Drizzle, REST, and PostgreSQL.
  • Experience building backend microservices with NodeJS.
  • Solid understanding of API architecture and server-side development.
  • Strong database skills with query optimization and performance tuning.
  • 4+ years of experience in software engineering.
  • Experience delivering production-scale systems.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field—or equivalent experience.
  • Familiarity with Agile development practices.
  • Experience working in early-stage or scaling environments.
  • Interest in building user-friendly and accessible interfaces.
  • Ability to write clean, maintainable code and follow engineering best practices.
  • Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
  • Proactive in identifying technical and process improvements.

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