About the job
Lead Backend Software Engineer
Join us as a Lead Backend Software Engineer to enhance and develop the Post. News web and mobile applications.
This position is fully remote within the United States.
Currently, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
About Us
Welcome to Post: A Social Platform for Authentic Connections, Reliable News, and Thoughtful Discussions.
Do you remember when social media inspired curiosity, connected you with intriguing ideas and individuals, and enriched your knowledge? At Post, we aim to revive that experience. We believe in fostering civil discourse where differing opinions can be shared without hostility.
Your Responsibilities:
Collaborate with a dynamic, mission-driven team.
Work with cross-functional teams to define, prioritize, and implement innovative features and improvements.
Take full ownership of the development lifecycle.
Contribute to a significant impact in the evolving social media landscape.
Design, develop, and sustain high-performance, scalable backend systems.
Lead technical innovation and identify enhancement opportunities for our systems and processes.
What We Seek:
A minimum of 10 years of backend development experience.
Demonstrated expertise in designing and maintaining high-performance, scalable backend systems.
Proficient in TypeScript, Node.js, Solid.js (Solid Start SSR), Postgres, AWS Serverless Architecture, Redshift, Redis, and Dynamo.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Adept at working independently as well as collaboratively.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a startup environment.
Familiarity with social applications.
Experience in Enterprise Social Networking.
