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Backend Engineer, Community

Whatnot is a livestream shopping platform and marketplace looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to build the social aspects that foster lasting connections between sellers and buyers.

Skills

  • Proven track record in designing and building highly scalable, maintainable systems
  • Experience in real-time systems such as chat, auctions, and multiplayer games
  • Product instinct translating user needs to technical solutions
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Team leadership and mentorship abilities
  • Ability to own projects from inception to production

Responsibilities

  • Build social aspects of the platform to foster lasting connections between sellers and buyers
  • Own end-to-end product experiences including live shows, chatting, messaging, user profiles, tipping, and social sharing
  • Design and build highly scalable, maintainable systems in multiple languages
  • Mentor others and foster an inclusive, supportive team culture
  • Own projects holistically from inception to production and beyond

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience

Benefits

  • Flexible time off policy and company-wide holidays
  • Health insurance options including medical, dental, vision
  • Work from home support and allowances for home office setup and communication
  • Care benefits, wellness allowances, and family planning support
  • Retirement plans and paid parental leave
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Grant LaFontaine
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Whatnot is a livestream shopping platform and marketplace backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Y Combinator, and CapitalG.

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SALARY RANGE
$185,000/yr - $245,000/yr
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time, remote
DATE POSTED
May 18, 2024

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