Senior Software Engineer - Backend

NextdoorHybridfull_timesenior

$165,000 – $250,000 USD

Tech Stack

Solid badges = required, outlined = preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop and improve frameworks across backend services and contribute to the team’s product area.
  • Help define features through collaboration with product managers, data scientists, and other engineering leaders.
  • Mentor a team of talented engineers and contribute to their growth.
  • Design, build, and deploy flexible backend systems at scale.
  • Participate in in-person Nextdoor events and build relationships with team members.

Soft Skills

Technical Decision-MakingCross-Functional CollaborationMentoring

Benefits

  • Dental
  • Equity
  • Flexible PTO
  • Health Insurance
  • Hybrid Work
  • Mental Health
  • Vision

Culture

Hybrid WorkAI-FirstCross-Functional TeamsMentorship ProgramMission-DrivenInclusive Hiring

Requirements

Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience
Regions: Us

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About Nextdoor
Industry: social networking
Size: large

Nextdoor is an essential neighborhood network that connects neighbors, public agencies, and businesses around local information to foster stronger, healthier communities at scale.

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Compensation
Base salary: $165,000 – $250,000 USD
Equity: meaningful equity grant, quarterly vesting, first vest within 3 months of start date