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Staff Backend Engineer, Data

Staff Backend Engineer to design and implement backend systems.
Pulley
Remote
United States
USD 185,000 - 220,000
Job Description
Pulley is seeking a Staff Backend Engineer to lead the design and implementation of critical backend systems. The Staff Engineer will set the technical direction for projects, improve system performance, and ensure data models are robust. This role involves modernizing the platform and working on systems that power company-building at scale. Pulley is experiencing rapid growth and is looking for someone passionate and execution-focused to help build the next generation of tools for founders.Pulley is a company focused on making it easier for anyone to start a company. They provide cap table management tools to help companies understand and optimize their equity.What this role involves:
  • Designing and evolving backend services, APIs, and data models.
  • Leading architecture decisions to improve system reliability and scalability.
  • Owning key parts of the persistence layer, including database schema design.
  • Collaborating with AI, frontend, and product engineers.
  • Partnering with PMs and designers to define product initiatives.
  • Championing code quality and maintainability.
  • Mentoring other engineers.
Requirements:
  • 8+ years of experience building backend systems at scale.
  • Strong proficiency in Go or Python.
  • Deep understanding of database design and data modeling.
  • Experience designing APIs.
  • Product intuition and a track record of shaping features.
  • A systems-thinking mindset.
  • Ability to mentor and technically lead projects.
What Pulley offers:
  • Competitive salary and equity.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • Unlimited PTO + Winter holiday break.
  • Parental leave.
  • Generous stipends for WFH, learning, wellness, and AI tools.
  • 401(k) match (US) / Pension match (Canada).
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Pulley

Pulley empowers founders by simplifying equity management. The company provides tools to understand and optimize equity, easing the complexities of cap table management. Serving over 4,500 customers including startups like Linear, Runway, and Fathom, Pulley's organic growth is supported by investors such as Founders’ Fund, Stripe and General Catalyst. Pulley delivers accessible equity solutions, enabling founders to focus on building their companies.

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