Senior Backend Engineer

📋 Description

• • As a Senior Backend Engineer at Popl, you will be instrumental in building and scaling the robust systems that form the backbone of our innovative In-Person Go-To-Market platform. This is a pivotal role where you will not only write high-quality backend code but also take significant ownership of critical APIs and ensure our underlying infrastructure remains reliable, secure, and exceptionally performant. You will be a proactive force, identifying potential issues and opportunities for enhancement within our backend services, all while fostering a collaborative environment with fellow engineers.
• • Your primary responsibility will be to write and deploy production-ready code for the Popl Backend, contributing directly to the features and stability that our users rely on. This involves developing new functionalities, optimizing existing code, and ensuring adherence to best practices in software development.
• • You will collaborate closely with other engineers, focusing on the effective utilization and documentation of APIs. This includes creating clear, comprehensive API documentation and robust test suites to ensure seamless integration and maintainability for both internal and external consumers of our services.
• • A key aspect of this role involves vigilant monitoring of system logs. You will be responsible for quickly identifying and resolving any issues that arise, minimizing downtime and ensuring a smooth user experience. This proactive approach to problem-solving is crucial for maintaining the high standards of our platform.
• • You will actively participate in discussions and decisions regarding our infrastructure. This includes evaluating new technologies, optimizing existing cloud configurations (AWS and Google Cloud), and contributing to architectural decisions that will support our rapid growth and future scalability.
• • Daily stand-ups with the engineering team are a core part of our collaborative process. We believe in open communication and a positive team dynamic, making these meetings both productive and enjoyable. We encourage you to bring your ideas and insights to the table.
• • This role offers an unparalleled opportunity for continuous learning and professional growth. As Popl continues its rapid ascent, you will be exposed to new challenges, technologies, and methodologies, allowing you to expand your skill set and advance your career alongside a dynamic and fast-moving team.
• • You will be working with a modern tech stack, primarily Node.js and TypeScript, leveraging the power of cloud platforms like AWS and Google Cloud. Experience with SQL databases and designing/implementing RESTful APIs is essential for success in this position.
• • The role demands a high degree of attention to detail. We expect you to be meticulous in your code, thorough in your testing, and precise in your problem-solving. This detail-oriented approach is fundamental to building scalable and reliable software systems.
• • You will contribute to building software systems designed for scale. This means thinking about performance, concurrency, and distributed systems from the outset, ensuring that our platform can handle increasing loads and complexity as Popl grows.
• • We value clear and effective communication. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary for collaborating with team members, documenting your work, and articulating technical concepts to a diverse audience.
• • Popl is at the forefront of defining a new category: In-Person Go-To-Market. Our AI-native platform empowers revenue teams to transform real-world interactions at trade shows, conferences, field events, and meetings into measurable pipeline and revenue. By transforming every badge scan into a high-quality, actionable lead through event lead capture, enrichment, and real-time CRM sync, we are building the infrastructure to make in-person GTM measurable, scalable, and revenue-driving in an increasingly saturated digital landscape.
• • Your work will directly contribute to our mission: helping companies worldwide turn in-person events into a measurable and scalable growth channel. You will be a key player in shaping the future of how businesses connect and generate leads in the physical world.