Staff Backend Engineer

Laurel, a leading AI Time platform backed by prominent investors like Google Ventures and IVP, is revolutionizing how professional services firms manage their most valuable resource: time. They serve major accounting and law firms, processing over 1 billion work activities annually. They're seeking a Staff Backend Engineer to make a direct impact on their engineering practices and raise the bar for the team.

The role involves designing and building efficient, reusable backend components while working closely with cross-functional teams. You'll be responsible for optimizing performance, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and contributing to technical decisions that shape the platform's future. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of backend development experience, with deep knowledge of TypeScript, Node.js, and MongoDB.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a company that's transforming productivity in the knowledge economy. You'll work with a team of top talent in AI and engineering, building solutions that help professionals deliver twice the value in half the time. The position offers competitive compensation ($190K-$245K), equity, and comprehensive benefits, along with the chance to work in a hybrid environment from their offices in San Francisco, New York, or Los Angeles.

The role combines technical excellence with business impact, requiring someone who can not only write exceptional code but also engage with customers and understand their needs. You'll be part of a collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives and encourages challenging the status quo. If you're passionate about using technology to solve complex problems and want to be part of a company exploring the essence of time itself, this could be your next career move.