Software Engineer, Backend

A product studio building social products that help deepen friendships, backed by a16z, creating platforms for connecting people through voice.
$200,000 - $245,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
5+ years of experience
Social · Consumer

Description For Software Engineer, Backend

Clubhouse, an innovative product studio backed by a16z, is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join their mission of deepening friendships through technology. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on their live voice-based social platform that serves millions of users worldwide.

As a Backend Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of enhancing and scaling the live app functionality, working directly with founders and cross-functional teams to solve complex user problems. The position requires 5+ years of experience and deep expertise in backend technologies including Python, Java, PostgreSQL, and DynamoDB.

The role combines hands-on development with technical leadership responsibilities, perfect for someone who enjoys both building and architecting systems. You'll be working in a remote-friendly environment, with the flexibility to choose between working at their beautiful San Francisco headquarters or remotely from anywhere in the US.

What makes this opportunity unique is the chance to work on social products that meaningfully impact how people connect. Just as the telephone and FaceTime revolutionized long-distance communication, Clubhouse is creating new ways for people to connect through voice. The compensation is highly competitive, ranging from $200,000 to $245,000, plus meaningful equity ownership.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced engineer who acts like an owner, communicates effectively, and thrives in fast-paced environments. You'll be joining a talented team that values continuous learning, collaboration, and creating lasting impressions through their work. The company offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth, with opportunities to learn from and teach others while working on cutting-edge social technology.

Working at Clubhouse means being part of a mission to create something truly meaningful - a positive product that brings people's voices together to foster great friendships. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations to all qualified candidates.

If you're passionate about building scalable backend systems, enjoy working in autonomous environments, and want to be part of a team that's reimagining social connection through technology, this role at Clubhouse offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact while advancing your career.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer, Backend

  • Build new services to meet critical product and business needs
  • Lead by example in producing high-quality work
  • Work collaboratively with engineers, product managers, designers, and data scientists
  • Convert technical and product visions into tangible roadmaps
  • Improve infrastructure and tooling
  • Design and implement scalable and performant systems

Requirements For Software Engineer, Backend

Python
Java
PostgreSQL
  • 5+ years of software engineering experience
  • Strong command of programming languages like Python and Java
  • Experience with storage systems like PostgreSQL and DynamoDB
  • Proven track record of designing and implementing performant backend systems at scale
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience leading all phases of development including ideation, product specification, prototyping, designing and implementation
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively
  • Low-ego and team-first mentality

Benefits For Software Engineer, Backend

  • Competitive base pay
  • Meaningful company ownership
  • Choice of working in San Francisco HQ or fully remote
  • Professional development opportunities

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