Founding Engineer (Backend) - Remote

Overview

Tempo is a startup founded by a team with diverse backgrounds in product, engineering, and operations, aiming to build technology that helps organizations better support their customers.

In Short

• Join as one of the first backend engineers at Tempo.
• Work closely with co-founders to shape product development.
• Take ownership of features from design to deployment.
• Collaborate on API development with frontend and design teams.
• Focus on user experience by minimizing latency and bugs.
• Engage with customers to inform product decisions.
• Help build the engineering culture and practices.
• Work in a greenfield environment with significant data systems.
• Set high standards for quality and performance.
• Flexible remote work options available.

Requirements

• 4 to 8 years of experience in backend development.
• Proven track record of shipping user-visible features.
• Experience with LLMs is a plus.
• Background in startups or small teams preferred.
• Ability to work without a formal playbook.
• Strong customer orientation and empathy.
• High standards for craft and judgment.
• Passion for building sustainable environments.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with founder shares.
• 100% health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Flexible schedules and paid time off.
• Parental leave and Work Life Improvement stipend.
• A supportive and enjoyable work environment.