Full Stack Engineer

RealSelf • New York, NY

130d • $140,000 - $190,000

About The Position

RealSelf is evolving into a dynamic digital ecosystem that puts consumers at the center of their aesthetic journey. We are seeking a Full Stack Engineer to join our NYC-based engineering team and help rebuild and modernize the RealSelf platform. This role involves designing and building backend services, crafting intuitive frontend experiences, and ensuring our systems are reliable, scalable, and secure. You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend infrastructure engineers to shape how millions of users engage with RealSelf while contributing to the foundation of our next-generation technology platform.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with software development in a modern programming language (e.g., Python, TypeScript, or Go).
• 3+ years of experience with full stack development (backend and frontend).
• 3+ years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching production software.
• 1+ years of experience with software design and architecture.
• Hands-on experience with AI developer tooling (e.g., Cursor, Claude CLI, or similar) to accelerate development workflows and improve productivity.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work effectively in a hybrid team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ORM or similar tooling.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Experience developing accessible and inclusive technologies.
• Prior work on consumer platforms, marketplaces, or healthcare-related software.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end features across backend and frontend systems.
• Build scalable APIs and backend services in Node.js + TypeScript with SQL.
• Develop polished frontend experiences with Next.js, React, and SCSS Processors.
• Write clean, testable, and maintainable code, and participate in code reviews.
• Collaborate with product, design, and infrastructure teams to deliver seamless features.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex issues across the stack.
• Contribute to engineering culture by championing standards, documentation, and best practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits for medical, dental, and vision 100% paid for by RealSelf at the employee level.
• Paid time off, including no work on your birthday and Summer Fridays, as well as generous leave options for life events such as becoming a parent.
• 401(k) matching with a company match.
• Cosmetic treatment reimbursement program for employees.
• Time off during 12 company-wide holidays + no work on your birthday!
• Flexible hybrid schedule for NYC employees, allowing for in-person collaboration and remote work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level