Remote Full Stack Engineer

Description:

• Pearpop is a full-service creative partner that helps brands connect with creators to reach new audiences.
• The company combines creative strategy, creator curation, and media amplification to deliver impactful content.
• As a Mid-level Full Stack Engineer, you will develop scalable back-end systems and integrate user-facing interfaces, focusing on server-side applications using Node.js.
• Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing RESTful APIs, optimizing database performance, and ensuring seamless front-end integration using React or similar technologies.
• You will collaborate with product, design, and talent teams to build creator-centric features, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high code quality through code reviews.
• This position is remote for those outside of LA or hybrid for those located in LA, with a fully stocked office.

Requirements:

• You must have 4+ years of software development experience, with at least 2 years focused on back-end development using Node.js and 1 year contributing to front-end development (React or similar).
• Proficiency in JavaScript and Node.js frameworks (e.g., Hono) is required, along with experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Familiarity with database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite) and ORMs like Sequelize is necessary.
• You should have knowledge of authentication systems (e.g., Gravitee, OAuth) and basic security practices.
• Basic proficiency in front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3) for integrating user-facing elements with server-side logic is expected.
• Strong experience with Git and GitHub for version control and collaborative development is essential.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Google Cloud Platform, AWS, Cloudflare) and containerization (Docker) is preferred, along with basic knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions).
• Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in a fast-paced environment are required.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams (e.g., product, design) to deliver cohesive solutions is necessary.
• A passion for social media, internet culture, and the creator economy, along with a collaborative and proactive mindset, is essential.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required; equivalent experience is accepted.

Benefits:

• You will receive a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $160,000, depending on experience, with the potential for higher compensation for senior-level candidates.
• Pearpop offers equity, generous health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and unlimited PTO.
• You will have the opportunity to grow your skills under senior engineering mentorship and contribute to high-impact projects.
• The company fosters an innovative culture, allowing you to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced startup environment led by a Forbes 30 Under 30 CEO.