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Lead Backend Engineer - Remote

Posted 2 days ago
Software Development
Full Time
Worldwide

Overview

We are looking for a Lead Backend Engineer to own the design and implementation of our backend infrastructure as we scale from 1 to 10M+ daily active users.

In Short

  • Lead backend architecture and design.
  • Build scalable APIs optimized for mobile clients.
  • Design data models for rapid product iterations.
  • Ensure operational excellence with monitoring and incident response.
  • Drive security and compliance from day one.
  • Document and evangelize backend architecture.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with mobile and product teams.
  • Maintain CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code practices.
  • Contribute to AI and notification features.

Requirements

  • Proven experience designing backend infrastructure for millions of users.
  • Hands-on experience with cost-efficient and secure systems.
  • Strong JavaScript/TypeScript expertise.
  • Experience with cloud platforms, preferably GCP.
  • Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code.
  • Knowledge of API versioning and backward compatibility.
  • Familiarity with security and compliance best practices.

Benefits

  • Mission-driven impact helping users reclaim their time.
  • Shape the foundation of the backend and accelerate product development.
  • Collaborative culture with a high-impact team.
  • Meaningful challenges balancing simplicity, security, and scale.
  • Well-supported by world-class investors.
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Opal

Opal is a mission-driven company focused on helping individuals reclaim their time and enhance their productivity. With a commitment to saving screen time, Opal has already saved over 100 million hours for its community, known as Gems. The company is experiencing rapid growth, projected to achieve $1 million in revenue per employee by 2024, and is recognized as one of the top 30 productivity apps in the U.S., alongside major players like Google and Microsoft. Backed by significant investment from founders and investors of renowned companies, Opal fosters a collaborative culture and offers its employees ownership and flexibility in their roles.

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