Staff Software Engineer / Data Platform / Fully Remote / Growth Startup

Job Description

This is a full-time opportunity for a Senior or Staff Backend Engineer located remotely within the U.S. Our client is a fast-growing technology company focused on building scalable data platforms and backend systems that power advanced analytics and insights. The team works with modern cloud infrastructure and cutting-edge tools to solve complex data challenges.

This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in ownership-heavy environments. You’ll be joining a small, agile team where your contributions directly shape product capabilities and technical direction. The company values innovation, speed, and autonomy, ideal for engineers who enjoy building systems from the ground up and iterating quickly. There’s significant room for growth, leadership, and technical influence.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years writing production-level backend code
• Experience with data platforms, ETL/ELT pipelines, and event-driven systems
• Strong understanding of system design, scalability, and performance optimization
• Proven track record of owning and shipping durable backend systems
• Clear communication and collaboration skills

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience building internal platforms or developer tools
• Familiarity with statistical modeling or machine learning workflows
• Experience with AWS services and cloud-native architectures
• Comfortable working across the stack when needed (e.g., contributing to UI)
• Product-oriented mindset with attention to edge cases and user experience

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• Python / Go / Node.js
• Data Engineering / Modeling
• Cloud Infrastructure (AWS)
• Frontend (React, TypeScript)

Daily Responsibilities

• 70% Hands-On Development
• 10% Technical Leadership & Architecture
• 20% Team Collaboration & Cross-functional Work

The Offer

You Will Receive The Following Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Posted By: Adam Carman