Remote Staff Backend Engineer

Description:

• Webflow is seeking a highly skilled Staff Backend Engineer to join the Service Provider Success team.
• The role involves working on critical engineering projects that impact the Webflow Marketplace and empower partners and creators.
• Responsibilities include architecting, designing, and implementing scalable multi-tenant backend services and APIs.
• The position requires proficiency in technologies such as Node.js, Javascript/Typescript, Next.js, MongoDB, GraphQL, Apollo, and AWS.
• The engineer will lead projects that contribute to team and engineering deliverables and produce high-quality, maintainable code.
• Collaboration with product managers and designers in a supportive team environment is essential.
• The role includes mentoring junior engineers and participating in engineering citizenship activities.
• The position is remote-first, full-time, and permanent, reporting to the Engineering Manager, SP Success.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 7+ years of experience in developing and deploying web applications with a proven track record of shipping code that addresses business challenges.
• Proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript, and Next.js is required, along with the ability to design and write scalable services and APIs using Express.js and MongoDB.
• Experience in debugging production issues across complex, multi-service architectures is necessary.
• Candidates should have a background in building complex web systems that scale efficiently while providing a seamless user experience.
• Familiarity with Stripe and/or billing systems for secure payment processing solutions is required.
• Experience with testing frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, Playwright, or Cypress is preferred.
• Candidates should be comfortable working in an agile environment and possess a growth mindset.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential for thriving in a cross-functional team.
• Experience in leading or mentoring other engineers is required, along with a product-focused approach to balance technical excellence with business outcomes.

Benefits:

• Employees receive equity ownership (RSUs) in a growing, privately-owned company.
• The company offers 100% employer-paid healthcare, vision, and dental insurance coverage for employees and dependents.
• There is a provision for 12 weeks of paid parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing caregivers.
• Flexible PTO is available with a mandatory minimum of 10 days paid time off annually.
• Employees have access to mental wellness resources, professional coaching, and therapy.
• Monthly stipends are provided to support health and wellness, smart work, and professional growth.
• The company offers a 401k plan and pension schemes where required by law.
• Additional benefits include discounted pet insurance and commuter benefits for in-office employees.