Remote Backend Developer
Description
Remote Backend Developer
Join a Mission-Driven Team That Prioritizes People
Picture a workplace where ingenuity and compassion go hand in hand. Our backend development group doesn't just engineer reliable systems—they create meaningful tools that empower global teams and uplift inclusive cultures. As a Remote Backend Developer, your mission extends beyond writing performant code; you're helping to build a tech ecosystem rooted in belonging, equity, and purpose. From troubleshooting distributed systems to collaborating across borders, this role offers you the opportunity to shape infrastructure that genuinely matters.
What You'll Do: Key Responsibilities
Here’s how you’ll contribute every day:
- Build secure, scalable backend services designed to serve a globally distributed user base
- Develop well-documented, maintainable REST APIs and data processing workflows
- Collaborate cross-functionally with UI/UX, product, and platform teams to align backend work with end-user goals
- Troubleshoot production issues with calm precision and a solutions-first mindset
- Participate in technical planning and agile rituals that keep everyone informed and supported
- Offer and receive constructive feedback through thoughtful code reviews
- Engage in architectural discussions that value simplicity, empathy, and shared learning
Our Work Environment: Built on Respect and Flexibility
Our work style is rooted in a 100% remote culture, anchored by asynchronous communication and respect for life beyond work. Whether you code best from a home office, a café, or a quiet beach town, we empower you to show up as your best self. Daily syncs are optional; empathy is mandatory. Diversity is woven into our culture, visible in everything from inclusive hiring panels to affinity groups. No matter your background, you’ll find encouragement, access, and room to thrive.
Tech Stack and Tools: Modern and Maintainable
You’ll be working in a forward-thinking tech environment:
- Languages: Node.js, Go, Python, occasionally Ruby
- Frameworks: Express.js, FastAPI, Flask, microservices-based design
- Databases: PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB
- Cloud Services: AWS and Google Cloud (leveraging serverless functions and containers)
- DevOps Tools: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Actions
- Observability: Datadog, Prometheus, and Grafana dashboards
We believe in right-sized tooling—enough to innovate, but never overengineered.
Qualifications: Skills That Set You Up for Success
What we hope you bring to the table:
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on backend engineering experience
- Proficiency in API development and database modeling
- Firm grasp of scalable architecture and cloud-native environments
- Experience with Kubernetes or other container orchestration tools
- Comfort working in a CI/CD culture and contributing to deployment pipelines
- Familiarity with securing backend applications and managing sensitive data
- Strong communication skills and an inclusive, collaborative working style
Your Future Teammates: Supportive and Diverse
We believe diversity is our strength. Our backend team is a diverse group of career changers, parents, open-source contributors, and early-career professionals. Our shared values include openness, curiosity, and respect. New team members often mention how seen and supported they feel from the very beginning. One engineer recently shared, "From my first onboarding session, I knew I was joining a team that truly listens."
What You'll Gain: Benefits Designed for the Whole You
We care about your well-being beyond the codebase:
- Fully Remote: No commute, no problem—work from anywhere
- Flexible Work Hours: Structure your schedule around your life
- Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, mental health, and wellness reimbursements
- Professional Growth: Annual learning stipends and mentorship options
- Parental Leave: Paid time off to welcome and care for your family
- Career Progression: Transparent growth paths and performance coaching
- Annual Salary: USD 120,086 with equity and bonus eligibility
Equal Opportunity Is More Than a Statement
We don’t just talk about inclusion—we build it into everything we do. Our hiring process is accessible, our tools are assistive-technology friendly, and our culture celebrates every identity. We are proud to be a workplace that values equity, respect, and dignity for all. If you need an accommodation or adjustment during our hiring process, we’re happy to help.
Let’s Build the Future, Together
If you’re a backend engineer who wants to do more than push commits—if you want to contribute to a culture of inclusion and excellence—this is your chance to shine. Your contributions will matter, your growth will be supported, and your voice will be heard.
Join our inclusive workplace and help us build backend systems with real-world impact. Apply now—your future team is excited to meet you.