Founding Backend Software Engineer (Senior/Staff) - VC Backed Startups
About The Position
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Founding Back-end Software Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups. This is not an application for a specific job, but a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Engineering talent. SignalFire partners with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology, with a portfolio spanning over 200 innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS. We are looking to connect with exceptional Founding Backend Engineers who are excited about building scalable, high-performance systems at early-stage startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience as a backend engineer, with a proven track record of shipping production systems
- Expertise in backend frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI, Spring Boot)
- Strong understanding of databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis) and data modeling
- Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Proficiency in backend programming languages such as Python, Go, Java, Node.js, or Ruby
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools
Nice To Haves
- Passionate about backend architecture and scalable distributed systems
- Excited about joining early-stage startups and working directly with founders
- Interested in building APIs, microservices, and cloud infrastructure
- Experience in early-stage startups or lean teams is a plus
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain backend systems with a focus on scalability and performance
- Develop high-performance APIs, microservices, and cloud-based architectures
- Optimize databases and data pipelines for reliability and efficiency
- Collaborate with founders to define technical strategy and align it with business goals
- Ensure backend infrastructure is secure, fault-tolerant, and cost-efficient
- Establish best practices for software development, DevOps, and infrastructure management
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
