Staff Backend Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups

SignalFire partners with top early-stage startups, managing a portfolio of 200+ innovative companies across various tech sectors.
$170,000 - $250,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Remote
11 - 50 Employees
5+ years of experience
AI · Cybersecurity · Healthcare...

Description For Staff Backend Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups

SignalFire is seeking exceptional Staff Backend Engineers to join their Talent Network, connecting talented engineers with top early-stage startups in their portfolio of 200+ innovative companies. This unique opportunity isn't for a specific position, but rather a gateway to exclusive early-stage opportunities across various sectors including AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, and enterprise SaaS.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about building scalable, high-performance systems and backend architectures. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, designing and implementing high-performance backend services, scalable APIs, and robust cloud architectures. Your expertise will be crucial in optimizing databases, developing microservices, and ensuring system security and efficiency.

As a Staff Backend Engineer in our network, you'll be at the forefront of technological innovation, working with modern tech stacks including Python, Go, Java, Node.js, and various cloud platforms. You'll have the chance to establish best practices, lead technical initiatives, and make significant contributions to rapidly growing startups.

The role requires strong experience with backend frameworks, databases, and cloud platforms, combined with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in fast-paced startup environments. You'll be part of cross-functional teams, helping define backend strategies that align with business objectives.

By joining SignalFire's Talent Network, you'll gain access to exclusive opportunities that align with your expertise and career goals. Our portfolio companies offer competitive compensation packages, including equity, and the chance to make a significant impact in shaping the future of technology.

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Responsibilities For Staff Backend Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups

  • Design, build, and maintain high-performance backend services
  • Develop scalable APIs, microservices, and cloud architectures
  • Optimize databases, caching layers, and event-driven architectures
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define backend strategy
  • Ensure backend systems are secure, fault-tolerant, and cost-efficient
  • Establish best practices for software development, DevOps, and system monitoring

Requirements For Staff Backend Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups

Python
Go
Java
JavaScript
Node.js
Ruby
PostgreSQL
MySQL
MongoDB
Redis
Kubernetes
  • 5+ years of experience in backend development
  • Expertise in backend frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI, Spring Boot)
  • Strong experience with databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis)
  • Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools
  • Strong coding skills in Python, Go, Java, Node.js, or Ruby
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools

Benefits For Staff Backend Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups

Equity
  • Equity

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