Backend Software Engineer

Pinterest is a global platform where millions of people discover and share ideas for every aspect of their lives. As a Backend Software Engineer at Pinterest, you'll be at the forefront of building scalable systems that power inspiration for hundreds of millions of users worldwide.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on varied and high-impact projects alongside world-class engineers. You'll be instrumental in the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation to implementation, and will build solutions that scale to support Pinterest's massive user base. The position leverages modern technologies including Java, Python, Kafka, and various data processing tools.

What makes this role particularly compelling is Pinterest's unique position in the tech industry as a positive corner of the internet, focused on inspiration and creativity. You'll work in an environment that values technical excellence while maintaining a strong focus on user impact. The company offers a progressive work model called PinFlex, providing flexibility in how and where you work.

The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with a passion for building products that genuinely improve people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to a platform that helps millions of people find inspiration daily, while working with a diverse team committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace.

This role offers competitive compensation, including equity opportunities, and the chance to work on challenging technical problems at scale. Whether you're interested in distributed systems, data processing, or building user-facing features, you'll find opportunities to grow and make a significant impact on Pinterest's mission to help people create a life they love.