Nametag is seeking an experienced Senior Backend/Full Stack Engineer to build and enhance the core functionality of our secure identity verification and account protection platform. This role requires expertise in backend development, a strong understanding of modern full-stack technologies, and the ability to design scalable, reliable systems. As part of a collaborative team, you will have a direct impact on our mission to provide enterprise-grade security and seamless user experiences.

Role Overview

As a Senior Backend/Full Stack Engineer, you will work across the stack to develop and maintain key systems that power Nametag’s platform, including APIs, databases, and front-end components. You will collaborate with product, design, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the needs of enterprise customers and end-users. This is a hands-on role where you will contribute to all aspects of development, from architecture and coding to testing and deployment.

Key Responsibilities:

Backend Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems, services, and APIs.

• Optimize database performance, manage schema migrations, and ensure data integrity.

• Build robust authentication and authorization mechanisms to support secure interactions.

Full Stack Development:

• Contribute to front-end development, ensuring seamless integration between user interfaces and backend services.

• Build and maintain internal tools, admin dashboards, and other supporting applications.

• Collaborate with design teams to ensure user-friendly and accessible interfaces.

System Architecture and Scalability:

• Design and implement architecture for new features and services, ensuring scalability and reliability.

• Identify and resolve bottlenecks in system performance and infrastructure.

• Advocate for and implement best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment.

Collaboration and Mentorship:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product and DevOps, to align engineering efforts with business goals.

• Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance on coding practices, architecture decisions, and problem-solving.

• Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality code standards are maintained.

Innovation and Problem Solving:

• Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices, recommending their adoption when beneficial.

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve system reliability, performance, and developer experience.

• Debug and resolve complex technical issues across the stack.

Ideal Qualifications

We recognize that no candidate perfectly matches every requirement, so we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification. You’ll thrive in this role if you bring most of the following:

• Backend Expertise: Strong experience with backend technologies, including Node.js, Python, Go, or similar languages.

• Database Proficiency: Skilled in working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and experience with schema design and performance optimization.

• Front-End Skills: Proficient in JavaScript frameworks like React or Vue.js, with an eye for building responsive, user-friendly interfaces.

• API Development: Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs or GraphQL services.

• Cloud Experience: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and tools like CloudFormation, Lambda, and RDS.

• Security Focus: Understanding of secure coding practices, authentication mechanisms, and data protection principles.

• Collaboration: Strong communication skills and a track record of working effectively on remote, cross-functional teams.

• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to debug complex systems and optimize for scalability and performance.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 to $190,000 plus equity and benefits.

Nametag is a founding member of the Open Imperative, and publicly committed to pay equity in the technology industry. We post positions with ranges to encourage people of different backgrounds and experiences to apply, but the salary for every specific job offer is benchmarked using market data sources to ensure they are fair and consistent.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter or hiring manager can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

Culture & Perks:

• Remote-first: We are building a world-class, remote-first culture and we want to find super-talented people who can contribute from anywhere. We have team members in key hubs throughout the U.S. continental time zones. Everyone works in their own time zone, and we align team meetings on a common time that works for all. There are no water cooler conversations for a selected few; everyone has a voice.

• In-person collaboration: We find remote work is best when we pair it with in-person time, so we plan to bring the team together at least once per quarter. We plan to go somewhere off-site and spend a few days together. Travel and meetings will be pre-arranged in advance so everyone can make plans to help cover at home.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary

• Competitive stock options

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

• Flexible time off policies

• Quarterly team off-sites

• 401(k) program with employer matching

• New computer hardware and equipment

• An inclusive work environment where you can have an impact

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