Stellenbeschreibung:

About Pearpop

Pearpop is redefining how brands harness creators to reach and inspire new audiences. As a full-service creative partner, we combine creative strategy, creator curation, and media amplification to deliver content that moves culture and drives results. With best-in-class creative, unmatched creator access, and a data-driven approach, we craft strategic, insight-driven campaigns backed by full-stack technology and performance media. Whether acting as a standalone creator solution or an extension of your team, Pearpop ensures every campaign is seamless, impactful, and culturally relevant.

Working at Pearpop

We're bringing together a smart and passionate team of creative builders to join us as we are a growth-stage, high-performance startup. In addition to competitive salaries, we have all the good stuff – equity, generous health and dental insurance, 401(k), and unlimited PTO.

This is a remote position if based outside of LA or hybrid if located in LA; fully stocked with snacks, beverages, cold brew, and all the good stuff!

Position Overview

As a Mid-level Full Stack Engineer, you’ll contribute to Pearpop’s platform by developing scalable back-end systems and integrating user-facing interfaces, with a primary focus on server-side applications using Node.js. You’ll design and implement RESTful APIs, optimize database performance, and ensure seamless front-end integration (using React or similar). Working closely with product, design, and talent teams, you’ll help build creator-centric features, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high code quality through code reviews. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, collaboration, and enthusiasm for the creator economy, with opportunities to grow under senior engineering mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Back-End Development: Develop and maintain server-side applications using Node.js, focusing on performance, scalability, and reliability for creator and brand workflows.

• API Development: Design and implement RESTful APIs to support front-end services, creator tools, and brand integrations, ensuring low latency and high reliability.

• Database Management: Work with database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB) and ORMs like Sequelize to build and optimize data models for efficient storage and retrieval.

• Front-End Integration: Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate server-side logic with user-facing elements (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3), ensuring a cohesive user experience.

• Performance Optimization: Optimize applications for speed and scalability, leveraging cloud platforms (GCP, AWS) to support high-volume creator interactions.

• Security Implementation: Apply security and data protection measures (e.g., authentication via Gravitee, encryption) to safeguard user and creator data.

• Troubleshooting and Debugging: Identify and resolve technical issues across back-end and front-end systems, ensuring optimal platform performance and minimal downtime.

• Code Quality: Participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality, adhering to best practices and Pearpop’s engineering standards.

• Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with product, design, and talent teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions aligned with Pearpop’s creator-centric vision.

• Stay Current: Keep up with industry trends in back-end and full-stack development, incorporating relevant technologies to enhance Pearpop’s platform.

Requirements

• Experience: 4+ years in software development, with 2+ years focused on back-end development using Node.js and 1+ years contributing to front-end development (React or similar).

• Back-End Skills:

  • Proficiency in JavaScript and Node.js frameworks (e.g., Hono).

  • Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices.

  • Familiarity with database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite) and ORMs like Sequelize.

  • Knowledge of authentication systems (e.g., Gravitee, OAuth) and basic security practices.

• Front-End Skills: Basic proficiency in front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3) for integrating user-facing elements with server-side logic.

• Version Control: Strong experience with Git and GitHub for version control and collaborative development.

• Cloud and DevOps: Familiarity with cloud platforms (Google Cloud Platform, AWS, Cloudflare) and containerization (Docker), with basic knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions).

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in a fast-paced environment.

• Collaboration: Experience working with cross-functional teams (e.g., product, design) to deliver cohesive solutions.

• Cultural Fit: Passion for social media, internet culture, and the creator economy, with a collaborative and proactive mindset.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience accepted.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with creator economy, social media, or e-commerce platforms.

• Familiarity with front-end frameworks like Next.js or state management tools (e.g., Redux).

• Knowledge of DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).

• Exposure to performance monitoring tools (e.g., New Relic) or observability practices.

• Basic understanding of agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana).

• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Why Pearpop?

• Impactful Role: Build and optimize the technical foundation of Pearpop’s creator platform, driving innovation in the $250B creator economy.

• Competitive Compensation: $100,000 - $160,000 base salary DOE (Range could be higher for senior level with 7+ years of experience)

• Innovative Culture: Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced startup led by a Forbes 30 Under 30 CEO, leveraging cutting-edge tech (GCP, Salesforce, AI-driven insights) to redefine creator partnerships.

• Growth Opportunities: Grow your skills under senior engineering mentorship, with opportunities to contribute to high-impact projects.

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