Role Overview
Join Whatnot, the largest livestream shopping platform in the U.S., as a Senior Backend Engineer in our Commerce team. You will be part of a dynamic team that works on various aspects of buying and selling on our platform, from auctions and product experience to seller experience and fulfillment processes. Our teams are deeply connected with the foundations of our business and unlock tremendous growth while creating exciting new ways for our users to transact.
Responsibilities
- Design and build scalable and maintainable backend systems.
- Prototype new ideas quickly and build them for extreme scale.
- Coordinate closely with other teams to ensure seamless integration of services.
- Mentor junior team members and prioritize building inclusive, supportive teams.
- Own projects from inception to production and beyond.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of full-time software engineering experience in high growth startups.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Expertise in designing backend systems.
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages; knowledge of Python, Elixir, and JavaScript is a plus.
- Strong product instincts and a user-first approach to problem-solving.
- Proven track record of shipping products and features quickly.
Benefits
- Flexible Time off Policy and Company-wide Holidays.
- Comprehensive Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
- Generous Work From Home support including a $1,000 home office setup allowance.
- Monthly allowances for cell phone, internet, food, and wellness.
- Significant allowances for childcare and family planning.
- Retirement plans with employer match and parental leave policies.
Why Join Us?
At Whatnot, you’ll be part of a fast-growing, innovative company that is revolutionizing the ecommerce space. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Join us and be a part of a community that shares your passion for technology and innovation.
Benefits Extracted with AI
- Medical insurance
- 401(k)
- Flexible Time off Policy
- Company-wide Holidays
- Health Insurance options
- Work From Home Support
- $1,000 home office setup allowance
- $150 monthly allowance for cell phone and internet
- Care benefits
- $450 monthly allowance on food
- $500 monthly allowance for wellness
- $5,000 annual allowance towards Childcare
- $20,000 lifetime benefit for family planning
- Retirement; 401k offering
- Parental Leave
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