Backend Engineer - Remote

Job Description

Location: Remote (US-based)
Position Type: Full-time

Join our mission-driven team focused on reducing waste and extending the lifecycle of goods. We’ve started with fashion and are expanding to other industries. We partner with leading companies across various sectors to help keep their products out of landfills and in the hands of customers for longer. We're looking for a Backend Engineer to join our innovative team and help shape the future of sustainable commerce!

The Role
As a Backend Engineer, you’ll be a key player in building and optimizing scalable services that allow our partners to receive, manage, and market pre-owned goods. You’ll develop and maintain features such as GraphQL action handlers, integrations with e-commerce platforms like Stripe and Shopify, and data management tools. You’ll also work on systems to integrate brand catalogs from diverse APIs and platforms, while ensuring data quality and stability. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and make a meaningful impact on sustainability. If you're an engineer passionate about working on large-scale projects with real-world impact, we want you on our team!

What We're Looking For
We’re seeking an engineer who excels in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about solving complex technical challenges. If you thrive in a collaborative, results-driven team and are eager to contribute to sustainability through technology, this role is for you. You’ll have the opportunity to grow and refine your skills while making a positive impact on the world.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in TypeScript, Python, and SQL
• Strong experience building and shipping scalable backend services
• Familiarity with API design and integration
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Terraform, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to balance complexity with speed of delivery
• Solid understanding of database systems (PostgreSQL, etc.)

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with GraphQL, React, or Hasura
• Familiarity with front-end technologies such as Next.js or Redux
• Experience working in a customer-facing technical role, especially with APIs
• Knowledge of Python for backend automation and integration

What You Will Be Doing

• Building scalable, high-performance backend systems for managing pre-owned goods
• Designing and implementing robust integrations with third-party platforms (Stripe, Shopify, etc.)
• Optimizing data pipelines to ensure reliable and high-quality data for partner marketplaces
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver new features and improve existing systems
• Engaging with brand partners to onboard them and understand their technical needs

Tech Breakdown

• 30% Front End Development (e.g., collaborating with frontend team on APIs, data structures)
• 70% Backend Development (e.g., building scalable services, writing APIs, and managing data)

Daily Responsibilities

• 70% Hands-On (coding, building services, debugging)
• 20% Team Collaboration (working with engineers, product, and customer teams)
• 10% Meetings (reviewing requirements, sprint planning, and 1:1s)

The Offer

• Salary: $175,000 - $225,000 + equity
• Bonus OR Commission eligible
  You will receive the following benefits:
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) including match

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and look forward to hearing how your unique perspective can help us shape the future of sustainable commerce!