Remote Back End Engineer I

Description:

• Pearpop is a growth-stage, high-performance startup redefining how brands utilize creators to engage new audiences.
• The Back End Engineer I will build and maintain backend APIs using Node.js and JavaScript to support Pearpop’s creator platform.
• The role involves developing full stack features with JavaScript and web components, ensuring seamless integration with frontend and backend systems.
• Collaboration with product and design teams is essential to deliver user-facing features that enhance creator-brand interactions.
• Participation in code reviews is required to ensure high-quality, maintainable code within a monorepo structure.
• The engineer will contribute to QA processes and CI/CD pipelines to support reliable, frequent deployments on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Cloudflare.
• Debugging and resolving production issues to maintain platform performance is part of the responsibilities.
• The role includes developing and maintaining internal tools to streamline team workflows and operations, as well as supporting light IT tasks.
• The engineer will engage in mentorship from senior engineers and the VP of Engineering to enhance technical and professional skills.
• Opportunities to explore modern backend and AI-driven architectures will be available, including exposure to Pinecone, vector embeddings, or LLMs.
• The position is hybrid based in Los Angeles, with a fully stocked office environment.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 1+ years of professional experience in backend or full stack development, ideally in high tech or media tech.
• Hands-on experience with Node.js, JavaScript, and other web development technologies is required.
• Experience in building APIs and user-facing features is necessary.
• Familiarity with SQL databases, preferably Postgres, for data management and querying is expected.
• A working knowledge of Git, monorepo structures, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure (preferably Google Cloud Platform) is required.
• Candidates should demonstrate eagerness to learn and grow through mentorship in a fast-paced startup environment.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is required.

Benefits:

• Pearpop offers competitive salaries along with equity options.
• Employees receive generous health and dental insurance.
• A 401(k) plan with company match is provided.
• Unlimited PTO is available to promote work-life balance.
• The office is fully stocked with snacks, beverages, and cold brew to enhance the work environment.