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Senior Backend Engineer, Core

About Aleph

Aleph is redefining the world of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). We operate in an established software category with a multi-billion TAM but no clear winner. We’re here to change that, and our early results are self-explanatory.

Aleph was founded by Albert Gozzi and Santiago Perez De Rosso, two technical founders with backgrounds from Stanford and MIT and experience working at top-tier companies such as Google, Microsoft, and Bain & Company. We’re backed by top VCs (Bain Capital Ventures, Khosla Ventures, YC, Picus Capital), and work with customers like Turo, Notion, Zapier, and others.

What we’ve built so far is the most seamless way to centralize all of a company's financial data – think expenses from Quickbooks or Netsuite, pipeline forecasts from Salesforce – and bring it into the tools finance teams are already using. But the vision goes way beyond that. We’re building the source of truth for a business’ data, and ultimately the platform businesses use to make better decisions.

We’re way ahead of schedule due to our unique approach, with barely any churn and rapid growth with very low marketing spend to date.

We are hiring remotely across the Americas (Canada, LATAM, United States).

🔍 What we're looking for

We're looking for an experienced software engineer to join our growing engineering team. You will partner with our technical CEO, CTO, and other members of the engineering team to build critical software with an outsized impact on our users and our business.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to come in as an early member of the team and drive the development of our platform from the ground up.

Specifically, this role sits on our Core Product team, which is responsible for our web app and add-ins. You will work on user-facing functionality that allows finance and operations teams to extract insights from their data and make better decisions. 

👷 What you'll be doing

  • Work hand-in-hand with leadership and other teammates to prioritize and execute on our product roadmap

  • Design, develop and own complex features or software components

  • Deliver robust, scalable, and well-tested code

  • Help develop and establish best practices to lay the foundation for a high-performing technology team and its culture

  • Collaborate with Customer Support and Operations teams to keep making Aleph better every day

  • Build observability into our systems and monitor their day to day performance

🤠 Who you are

  • Enjoy owning a project from start to finish and loves to take on the responsibility to bring projects across the finish line

  • Can navigate a fast-paced/dynamic environment and operate autonomously to get work done

  • Comfortable working in a remote team

  • Enjoy enabling others to do their best work. Our product is all about enabling businesses to make smarter decisions and giving the people who work at the data level, super-powers.

  • Product-driven engineer. You're comfortable and eager to meet customers and develop an empathetic understanding of their problems to ensure we're building the right solutions

📝 What you have

  • 5+ years of backend software engineering experience

  • 1+ years of experience contributing to the system design or architecture (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new or existing systems

  • Solid background in algorithms and data structures

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Previous startup experience, or experience thriving in an unstructured environment

While this is a remote-first opportunity, we're focusing on candidates within the Americas to better align with our working hours as a team.

Aleph is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Aleph makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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What You Should Know About Senior Backend Engineer, Core, Áleph

At Aleph, we’re on a mission to revolutionize Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) by building a platform that aggregates and simplifies financial data for our users. We’re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team and help lay the foundation of this exciting vision. As a key player, you'll collaborate directly with our technical CEO and CTO to build robust software solutions that have a significant impact on businesses. Your role will involve designing complex features for our web app and add-ins, ensuring they are user-friendly and insightful for finance and operations teams. You will not just write code but own entire projects, driving them from concept to completion. With a focus on scalability and best practices, you will also mentor and elevate the engineering culture at Aleph. If you thrive in a fast-paced, remote-first environment and are passionate about making data accessible and actionable, Aleph could be the perfect place for you. Join us in empowering companies to make smarter decisions and enhance their operational capabilities!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Senior Backend Engineer, Core Role at Áleph
What are the responsibilities of a Senior Backend Engineer at Aleph?

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Aleph, you will prioritize and execute on our product roadmap, design and develop complex software features, and ensure the delivery of scalable and well-tested code. You'll collaborate closely with leadership and support teams, contributing to a product that enables businesses to extract valuable insights from their financial data.

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What qualifications are required for the Senior Backend Engineer position at Aleph?

Candidates for the Senior Backend Engineer position at Aleph should have at least 5 years of backend software engineering experience, along with over a year of experience in system design or architecture. A solid understanding of algorithms and data structures, as well as strong communication skills, is essential for success in this role.

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What is the work environment like for the Senior Backend Engineer at Aleph?

The Senior Backend Engineer position at Aleph is remote-first, focusing on candidates based within the Americas. You will be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team that operates autonomously, perfect for those who enjoy taking ownership of their projects while embracing a collaborative culture.

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How does Aleph support professional growth for a Senior Backend Engineer?

At Aleph, we emphasize the development of our team members by encouraging ownership of projects and providing opportunities for collaboration with leadership. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will have the chance to establish best practices and contribute to the technology team's culture, fostering both personal and professional growth.

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What type of experience is beneficial for a Senior Backend Engineer role at Aleph?

Having experience in startups or unstructured environments can be highly beneficial for the Senior Backend Engineer role at Aleph. We're looking for engineers who can thrive independently, navigate challenges smoothly, and adapt dynamically to the evolving needs of our fast-growing company.

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Common Interview Questions for Senior Backend Engineer, Core
Can you describe your experience with backend software development?

When answering this question, focus on your previous roles, specific projects you’ve worked on, and technologies you’ve used. Highlight significant contributions, challenges faced, and how you overcame them. This shows your problem-solving skills and technical expertise.

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What strategies do you use for writing scalable code?

Discuss specific methodologies you employ to ensure scalability, such as using design patterns, modular programming, and thorough testing processes. Illustrate your approach with examples from past experiences where scalability was a primary consideration.

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How have you contributed to system design or architecture in previous roles?

When responding, outline your involvement in system design processes, collaborative planning sessions, and tools used. Provide specific examples, mentioning the outcome and improvements that stemmed from your contributions to illustrate your impactful role.

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What do you understand about our Core Product and its importance?

Demonstrate your knowledge about Aleph’s Core Product by mentioning its features, significance in financial data aggregation, and how it enables companies to make better decisions. This shows your alignment with Aleph's mission and understanding of user needs.

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Can you give an example of a project you’ve owned from start to finish?

Share a detailed narrative of a project, including its goals, your role in each stage, challenges faced, and final outcomes. This illustrates your ownership culture and ability to drive projects to completion.

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How do you prioritize tasks on a product roadmap?

Discuss your typical strategy for prioritizing tasks, including stakeholder communication, understanding user needs, and using frameworks like MoSCoW (Must have, Should have, Could have, Won’t have). This shows your practical approach to project management.

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Describe a time when you worked remotely and how you maintained productivity.

Provide insight into your remote work habits, including tools and techniques such as regular check-ins, goal-setting, and time management practices. This demonstrates your adaptability to Aleph’s remote-first environment.

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What tools and technologies do you find essential in backend development?

Mention the specific tools and technologies you use regularly in backend development, explaining how each contributes to your efficiency, code quality, and team collaboration.

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How do you incorporate feedback into your development process?

Explain your approach to accepting feedback, whether it's from code reviews, user testing, or team discussions. Highlight how you view feedback as an opportunity for improvement and your willingness to adapt based on insights.

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What excites you about working at Aleph?

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