Staff Software Engineer - Backend

Blinq Technologies is revolutionizing professional networking with their digital business card platform that facilitates over 50 million new relationships annually. As a rapidly growing startup with $45m+ in funding from prestigious investors like Blackbird and Square Peg, they're expanding their presence across Sydney, San Francisco, Melbourne, and New York.

The Staff Backend Engineer role presents a unique opportunity to join at a critical inflection point - the company is established enough to have strong momentum yet small enough for significant individual impact. You'll be responsible for leading the design and delivery of core systems across their platform, focusing on building scalable infrastructure that delivers real-time experiences to millions of users.

The role demands a seasoned backend engineer with 7+ years of experience and expert-level Node.js knowledge. You'll be working in a hybrid environment (3 days in office) with a collaborative team culture that values face-to-face interaction. The position offers substantial technical challenges in system architecture, API design, and performance optimization, while also providing opportunities for technical leadership and mentorship.

What makes this role particularly attractive is the combination of technical complexity, growth potential, and meaningful impact. You'll be working on systems that directly affect millions of users' professional relationships, backed by a company that's doubling its ARR every few months. The comprehensive benefits package, including equity, competitive salary, generous PTO, and parental leave, reflects Blinq's commitment to their team's well-being and long-term success.

For engineers who want to be part of building the world's intelligence layer for professional relationships while working with cutting-edge technology and a high-performing team, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact while growing professionally.