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Backend Software Engineer

Fast-growing technology company

  • LocationSan Francisco, California
  • TypeFull-time
  • Posted1 October 2026

The role, as published

About the company

Our client is a fast-growing technology company.

The role

Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Develop and maintain server-side services, APIs and data workflows for a multi-product software platform. Collaborate with research and engineering colleagues to keep infrastructure reliable as usage grows, taking projects from early concept to live production.

What you'll do

  • Develop dependable server-side services and data workflows that support several products.
  • Plan infrastructure that stays efficient as usage expands.
  • Contribute across external-facing, research-facing and internal tooling applications.
  • Work with research colleagues to refine the systems that gather their data.
  • Maintain APIs and services relied on by a large daily user population.

What we're looking for

  • At least 2 years of backend engineering experience.
  • Proficiency in Python and TypeScript.
  • Background in a fast-moving startup rather than solely large, established organizations.
  • History of taking new initiatives from nothing to launch and showing clear business results.
  • Hands-on experience operating data-heavy services in a live environment.
  • A computer science degree from a strong program, or equivalent experience.

Bonus points

  • Domain experience in audio, machine learning or data infrastructure.
  • Familiarity with Node.js, PostgreSQL or AWS.

Benefits

  • Unlimited paid time off
  • Health, dental and vision coverage

Location and work model

  • San Francisco, CA, United States
  • On-site, 5 days per week in office
  • Full-time

Compensation, as the posting describes it

  • Equity
  • Retirement plan
  • FSA and HSA access

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