Senior Backend Engineer About UsWe are a stealth-mode company backed by a16z Speedrun, with a mission to help leading consumer companies achieve rapid growth. Our forward-thinking solutions are trusted by innovative organizations such as Higgsfield, Promova, and others. As we continue to expand, we're looking for talented individuals eager to make a direct impact on the future of consumer technologies. You’ll join a passionate team at a pivotal stage, working in an environment that values initiative, ambition, and creative problem-solving.The RoleAs a Senior Backend Engineer, you will play a central role in building and maintaining the critical backend infrastructure that powers our products. In this position, you will:Contribute to designing scalable architectures that support new product features and business requirements.Drive the development, deployment, and optimization of backend services, ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate third-party platforms, APIs, and emerging AI technologies.Lead technical discussions, offering best practices, mentorship, and guidance to team members.Take an active part in the continuous improvement of our engineering standards and development processes.Proactively identify and resolve complex technical challenges to ensure stable, secure operations.What We ExpectAt least 5 years of professional experience in backend development, with a track record of delivering reliable and scalable systems.Advanced proficiency in server-side programming and experience designing database-driven applications.Strong grasp of API development, systems integration, and best practices in software engineering.Experience building and maintaining environments that scale to serve real users in production.An independent and proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to drive projects forward.Commitment to joining our team full-time and a desire to grow alongside a fast-paced, ambitious startup.How to ApplyPlease send us a note introducing yourself and describing a technical project or system you've built that you're most proud of. We look forward to hearing how you could contribute to our vision and success.