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Senior Backend Engineer

A remote organization reshaping the dialogue on dating and sexuality through their mobile app platform.
$70,000 - $120,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Job Description

Feeld is revolutionizing the dating and sexuality space through their innovative mobile platform, seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their fully remote team. The role focuses on core product engineering for their mobile app and backend systems, requiring expertise in TypeScript and AWS technologies.

The position offers an opportunity to work with a collaborative team of 6 engineers and 1 lead in a "Squad" structure, focusing on essential product pillars such as onboarding, discovery, chat, and Member care experiences. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with scalable systems (1M+ MAU), distributed architecture, and a solid understanding of modern cloud technologies.

The company stands out with its progressive, human-centered culture and commitment to work-life balance. They offer competitive compensation (£70,000-£120,000 GBP) and impressive benefits including unlimited PTO, home office budget, and mental health support. Feeld's transparent and equitable approach to compensation includes a baseline freedom salary of £60,000 GBP.

What makes this role unique is the combination of technical challenges in building secure, scalable systems while contributing to a platform that aims to elevate human experiences in relationships and sexuality. The position offers the freedom of remote work while maintaining strong team connections through collaborative practices and regular interaction.

The ideal candidate will bring not just technical expertise in backend development, but also an appreciation for user experience and API design. Experience with GraphQL, DynamoDB, and distributed systems is highly valued. The role requires someone who can thrive in a remote environment while maintaining strong communication and collaboration skills.

Feeld's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion creates an environment where all voices are heard and valued. They actively welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, making it an excellent opportunity for engineers looking to make an impact in an progressive, inclusive organization.

Last updated 11 hours ago

Responsibilities For Senior Backend Engineer

  • Work with a group of 6 engineers and 1 lead in a Squad focusing on core product pillars
  • Build experiments, features and fix issues aligned with squad goals
  • Support engineers by sharing fullstack development knowledge
  • Align with peers across business to ensure fully supported user experience
  • Monitor and review current systems and implement changes to address technical debt

Requirements For Senior Backend Engineer

TypeScript
React
  • Experience with scalable (1M MAU) and distributed systems
  • Familiarity with micro services, event driven architecture, message queues and serverless functions
  • Knowledge of React Native mobile app development and debugging
  • Experience with AWS services
  • Strong collaboration skills and experience with code reviews
  • Understanding of product value delivery and collaboration with product and QA

Benefits For Senior Backend Engineer

Mental Health Assistance
Education Budget
  • Flexible working hours
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • Fully remote working
  • GBP £3k equipment and home office budget
  • Learning & development budget
  • Mental health support via Spill
  • In-person meet ups
  • Transparent compensation system
  • Baseline Freedom Salary of £60,000 GBP per year