Senior Full Stack Engineer

Pearpop•Los Angeles, CA

9d•$150,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Pearpop is redefining how brands harness creators to reach and inspire new audiences. As a full-service creative partner, we combine creative strategy, creator curation, and media amplification to deliver content that moves culture and drives results. With best-in-class creative, unmatched creator access, and a data-driven approach, we craft strategic, insight-driven campaigns backed by full-stack technology and performance media. Whether acting as a standalone creator solution or an extension of your team, Pearpop ensures every campaign is seamless, impactful, and culturally relevant. We're bringing together a smart and passionate team of creative builders to join us as we are a growth-stage, high-performance startup. In addition to competitive salaries, we have all the good stuff – equity, generous health and dental insurance, 401(k), and unlimited PTO. This is a hybrid position based in Los Angeles, CA. As a Senior Full Stack Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and optimizing Pearpop’s platform, ensuring high-performance, scalable solutions that support creator-brand collaborations. You’ll own the full development lifecycle, building RESTful APIs, integrating front-end and back-end systems, and implementing secure, data-driven features. Collaborating with cross-functional teams (product, design, talent, marketing), you’ll drive technical excellence, mentor a small team of engineers, and contribute to architectural decisions. This role demands deep expertise in Node.js, React, and cloud platforms (GCP, AWS), along with a proactive mindset to innovate in the creator economy.

Requirements

7+ years in full-stack development, with 5+ years focused on Node.js for back-end and React (or similar frameworks like Vue.js) for front-end in high-growth tech or media companies.
Advanced proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.js frameworks (e.g., Express).
Strong experience with React for building dynamic, responsive user interfaces.
Expertise in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
Proficiency with database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB) and ORMs like Sequelize.
Deep knowledge of version control systems (Git, GitHub) and branching strategies.
Extensive experience with cloud platforms (Google Cloud Platform, AWS) and containerization technologies (Docker), with proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, GitHub Actions).
Experience implementing authentication systems (e.g., Gravitee, OAuth) and data protection measures to ensure platform security.
Strong understanding of front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript frameworks), with the ability to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
Proven ability to mentor engineers, lead technical initiatives, and drive cross-functional collaboration in fast-paced environments.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of resolving complex technical challenges independently and collaboratively.
Passion for social media, internet culture, and the creator economy, with a collaborative, innovative, and savvy mindset.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, Google Cloud Professional) preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading full-stack projects in creator economy, media, or social media platforms.
Proficiency in advanced front-end frameworks (e.g., Next.js, Vue.js) and state management (Redux, Context API).
Knowledge of performance monitoring tools (e.g., New Relic, Datadog) and observability practices.
Familiarity with GraphQL for flexible API development.
Experience with agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana).
Strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable server-side applications using Node.js and dynamic front-end interfaces using React, ensuring seamless integration across the stack.
Architect and implement robust RESTful APIs and microservices to support front-end services, creator workflows, and brand integrations, optimizing for performance and reliability.
Partner with product managers, designers, and talent teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with Pearpop’s creator-centric vision.
Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and reliability, leveraging cloud platforms (GCP, AWS) to handle high-volume creator and brand interactions.
Implement advanced security measures (e.g., authentication via Gravitee, encryption) and data protection protocols to safeguard user and creator data.
Mentor junior engineers, lead code reviews, and enforce best practices to ensure high code quality, maintainability, and adherence to Pearpop’s standards.
Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues across front-end and back-end systems, ensuring optimal platform performance.
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation), and containerization (Docker) to streamline deployment and scalability.
Stay ahead of industry trends in full-stack development, cloud technologies, and creator economy platforms, integrating cutting-edge solutions to enhance Pearpop’s offerings.
Take ownership of critical projects, from ideation to deployment, driving technical strategy and delivering measurable impact on platform growth.