Sr. Back End Engineer

Engineering · Full time / New York, NY / Remote

Sr. Back End Engineer

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about us

We are a high growth company at the center of culture, consumers and technology. We envisioned [cafeteria] as the first production platform for generation teen. [cafeteria] enables teens to shape the brands they love, earn for their insights, and start building career skills. We empower teens and companies to work together.

For enterprises, we deliver zero-party data at the speed of culture. Insights are direct, voiced, and always on. [cafeteria] is where generation teen can be brilliant.

We are seeking a dynamic Sr. Back End Engineer to spearhead our development initiatives, be a thought leader, and establish [cafeteria] as a market leader.

Learn more about what we're building here.

about the role

You'll be joining a venture-backed, high-energy, entrepreneurial team that is deeply focused on building scalable backend infrastructure to power our platform. You will work closely with the team to design, develop, and maintain core backend services, ensuring they are robust, secure, and capable of scaling as we grow. With your extensive experience in AWS, SQL, and database management across platforms like BigQuery, Snowflake, ClickHouse, and Postgres, you'll play a critical role in managing and optimizing data pipelines and integrations. In addition to your backend skills, proficiency in TypeScript will be key for ensuring a consistent, maintainable codebase.

We need someone who thrives in the fast-paced world of startups, someone who can juggle many tasks and take initiative in shaping the backend that powers our vision.

core requirements

• 5+ years of backend development experience, with significant experience in startups or fast-paced environments.
• Strong expertise in AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, etc.) for managing and deploying scalable backend services.
• Deep experience with SQL and working with large datasets across BigQuery, Snowflake, ClickHouse, and PostgreSQL.
• Proficiency in TypeScript for server-side development.
• Experience building APIs, data pipelines, and ensuring seamless integration with frontend applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on performance, scalability, and security.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a startup environment.

pay range

USD $125,000.00 - $175,000.00 /Yr.

about you

• You have an entrepreneurial mindset and enjoy the challenge of working in an agile, startup environment.
• You love working with data and have a deep understanding of how to structure it efficiently for performance and scalability.
• You're a pragmatic problem-solver who can think critically about long-term technical decisions.
• You are an effective communicator and collaborator, ensuring alignment with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• You are self-motivated, proactive, and take pride in writing clean, maintainable code.
• You enjoy working with a diverse team and are passionate about contributing to a positive company culture.

how we operate

We are NYC-based, currently operating remote. We have a strong preference for candidates in or near NYC, with the ability to meet in person periodically. Remote candidates will be considered, but the ability to operate in ET and collaborate in real time is a must.

We hire talented, passionate people from all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining a diverse, thoughtful culture. We believe in compensating our people well, doing our best work, and prioritizing quality of life.

our culture

Good People, Great Things. The quality of our team defines our ability to create the next business that matters. We bet on remarkable people. Talent and temperament look the same in the mirror.

Be Insanely Authentic. Authenticity is the best competitive advantage. We will find the best teams, real users, and the right customers by uniquely expressing ourselves. Being yourself is a game changer.

Grow Responsibly. We take the time to shape ourselves thoughtfully and carefully. Work ethic is just as important as working ethically.

Consistency is Genius. To a great mind, nothing is too small. We want to learn and grow a little bit every single day. Big trees grow slowly.

Dream in Years, Plan in Months, Ship Daily. With this mindset, our best work is always ahead of us.

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[cafeteria] is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law.