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About the roleWe’re looking for a Staff Backend Engineer to lead the technical evolution of our platform as we scale from hundreds of thousands to millions of users. This role goes beyond coding — it requires system-level thinking, mentorship, and architectural leadership. As a Staff Engineer at Koyfin, you’ll partner closely with engineering leadership, product managers, and cross-functional teams to define and implement scalable systems that support the next stage of our growth. You’ll help shape the long-term technical vision while remaining hands-on with code and system design. If you thrive on tackling complex problems, driving engineering excellence, and mentoring others while building systems that directly impact investors around the world — we want to hear from you.What you’ll be doing?Drive the architecture and technical roadmap for core backend servicesLead the design and implementation of scalable APIs and data processing pipelinesGuide critical initiatives that impact multiple teams and business areasCollaborate with engineering leadership to raise the bar on system performance, reliability, and maintainabilityMentor engineers across teams and foster a culture of technical ownershipDebug and optimize distributed systems and large-scale data flowsAct as a force multiplier — identifying gaps, proposing solutions, and enabling others to move fasterWork with modern technologies including TypeScript, Node.js, NestJS, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, AWS, and KubernetesWhat we’re looking for12+ years of experience in software engineering, with deep backend expertiseProven experience designing and evolving backend architecture at scaleKnowledge of design patterns, algorithms, and system architectureStrong knowledge of Node.js, NestJS (or similar), SQL, NoSQL, distributed systems, and caching strategiesStrong leadership qualities — capable of setting technical direction and rallying teams around itClear, concise communication skills — able to influence across functions and levelsWhat we offerRemote-first work culture with flexible hoursCompetitive compensation with performance-based bonusesHigh-performance gear and resources to support your productivityReal impact — your decisions will shape the product and the company’s directionStrong team of kind, talented engineers who care deeply about the product and usersFast feedback loops — we ship quickly and learn from real usersAutonomy and influence — take ownership of complex systems and drive meaningful changeA product-led company with minimal bureaucracy and high trust in our peopleAt Koyfin, impact comes with responsibility. We expect independent thinking, sound judgment, and ownership of outcomes. We value clear communication, intellectual honesty, and continuous improvement. You’ll be trusted to make decisions, contribute thoughtfully, and raise the standard of the work around you.Our hiring process is thoughtful and efficient, typically including an HR conversation, role-specific interviews, and a final discussion with leadership.Koyfin is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
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