Senior Staff Backend Software Engineer (Hybrid) at GameChanger
GameChanger is seeking an experienced Staff Backend Software Engineer to join their A-Team. This team is in charge of acquiring and activating basketball teams, managing teams, notifications, and integrations related to tournaments. As part of this role, you'll have a hand in the long-term technical direction, API establishment, and backend architectural decisions.
210K - 250K USD / YEAR
Remote
United States
Full Time
✅ Pros
- 💰 Competitive salary range between $210,000 and $250,000
- 🏡 Option to work remotely or from our Manhattan office
- 🌴 Unlimited vacation policy
⛔ Cons
- 🚫 Unable to hire from AK, DE, HI, IA, LA, MS, MT, OK, and SC due to compliance guidelines
- 🌐 Requires leading and implementing complex designs
- 🖥️ Must have extensive experience with backend technology
🔧 Skills
Experience scaling a codebase
Knowledge of TypeScript, Node.js, Redis, and PostgreSQL
Experience with AWS deployment
Capable of writing scalable, performant server-side code
Strong leadership and ownership skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate solutions clearly
Team player who enjoys building a collaborative atmosphere
🗣️ Impact
GameChanger's mission is to leverage the transformative power of youth sports and their impact on leadership, teamwork, responsibility, and confidence. Your role as a Staff Backend Software Engineer will mean helping shape the services that enable and enhance these experiences.
👉 Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain robust backend services
- Ensure productivity and efficiency as the codebase grows
- Improve existing systems' performance, reliability, and scalability
- Ensure system security and data privacy compliance
🔍 Requirements
- Must have 7+ years in a software development role
- At least 5 years experience with Node.js or backend technology
- Experience leading and implementing complex designs
✨ Benefits
- WFH stipend and snack stipend
- Full health benefits
- Retirement savings plan through Vanguard
- Paid access to a wellness platform
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