Staff Backend Software Engineer – VC Backed Startups

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Become a part of SignalFire’s Talent Network for Staff Backend Engineer positions at VC-backed startups instead of applying for a single specific role.

• Create scalable, high-performance backend systems for early-stage startups.

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services that perform at high levels.

• Build scalable APIs, microservices, and cloud architectures.

• Enhance databases, caching layers, and event-driven architectures.

• Work alongside cross-functional teams to establish backend strategies that align with business objectives.

• Ensure that backend systems are secure, resilient, and cost-effective.

• Set best practices for software development, DevOps, and system monitoring.

• Submit an application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.

• SignalFire continuously reviews applications and may share candidate profiles with portfolio companies.

• Talent partners from SignalFire or startup leaders may reach out to candidates who are a good match.

• Keep unmatched profiles for consideration in future backend engineering opportunities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of backend development experience with proven success in building scalable systems.

• Proficient in backend frameworks such as Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI, and Spring Boot.

• Extensive experience with databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, and Redis.

• Knowledgeable in cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.

• Experienced with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization.

• Strong programming skills in Python, Go, Java, Node.js, or Ruby.

• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equity options available.

• Enhanced profile visibility for exclusive early-stage opportunities.

• Possibility of being matched with SignalFire portfolio companies.

• Continuous consideration for future backend engineering roles.

• Option to opt out of communications at any time.

• Ability to request updates or removal from records.