Middle Backend Developer

We’re seeking a Backend Engineer to join talented team as an early engineer. In this role, you’ll work closely with founders and cross-functional teams to drive technical excellence, build scalable systems, and contribute directly to shaping the future of investing. This is a hands-on, highly impactful role in a fast-paced, engineering- and product-focused com., * Design, build, and maintain robust backend systems that power our trading platform and integrate with major U.S. brokerages.

• Lead the development of our pilot portal, enabling seamless user interactions for data input, persistence, and broker integration.
• Reverse-engineer undocumented APIs and implement distributed systems that scale.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, user-centric solutions.
• Drive impact in a hands-on capacity, directly contributing to a rapidly growing and innovative company.

Please note: We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship., * 2-5 years of professional experience as a backend engineer, ideally in a fast-paced startup environment.

• Proficiency in TypeScript for backend development (open to other languages).
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or similar cloud infrastructure.
• Expertise in distributed systems, API integration, and cloud-hosted applications.
• Proven track record of building and scaling backend systems to support rapid growth.

Nice-to-Have:

• Previous experience as a software engineer for trading, investing, or fintech platforms.
• Previous experience working in hyper-growth start up.
• Experience with integrations involving platforms like Robinhood, Stripe, Plaid, or similar platforms/apps.
• Familiarity with AWS, GCP, or other cloud infrastructure.
• Passion for building user-centered solutions and delivering impact.
• A self-starter mentality with strong ownership and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with some of these backend tech stacks: node.js, typescript, graphql, nest.js, gcp, google pubsub, postgres sql, etc.

• Generous Unlimited PTO.
• Mandated two-week holiday shutdown at the end of the year for Christmas and New Year’s + company holidays.
• Covering of 100% of premiums for employee and dependent benefits (health, dental, vision).
• Equinox memberships.
• Top-of-the-line equipment: laptops, external monitors, standing desks, etc.

Pay: $180,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year