Remote Backend Engineer

Description:

• CAT Labs is a technology startup focusing on digital asset recovery and cyber defense tools for government and private sectors to combat crypto crime.
• The team consists of experts in blockchain security, cryptographers, former U.S. Department of Defense computer scientists, ethical hackers, and U.S. Department of Justice investigators.
• The flagship software tool, Recovery CAT, automates the discovery and recovery of digital assets in criminal investigations and civil cases.
• The Backend Engineer will be responsible for developing new features, testing, and maintaining code for mission-critical products.
• The position requires working in a fully remote environment with opportunities for advancement and work-life balance flexibility.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of software development experience with at least 3 years in Python backend development.
• Proficiency in working with large TypeScript codebases, large files, and multithreaded software.
• Experience with continuous integration/deployment pipelines, Linux environments, message queues, Docker containers, and cloud deployments.
• Knowledge of databases (SQL/NoSQL) and working in early-stage startup environments.
• Strong understanding of OS fundamentals, optical character recognition, and natural language processing applications is preferred.
• Familiarity with blockchain integration and digital forensics is a plus.

Benefits:

• Salary range of $150,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on skills, experience, and impact.
• Equity in a high-growth startup, 401(k) match, and medical/dental/vision insurance.
• Flexible work hours in US EST, remote work, and occasional light travel for offsites and team meetings.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, generous 401(k) match, and unlimited vacation time.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusivity, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
• Equal-opportunity employer with a focus on creating an inclusive and equitable workplace.