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Backend Engineer, IoT Platform

Fellow
Location
San Francisco, CA
Posted
19 days ago
Department
Software Engineering
Salary
$200,000 - $230,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience in backend engineering
  • Proficiency in TypeScript, Node.js, Python, and libraries such as Express.js, NestJS, React, or Next.js
  • Experience designing and operating scalable PostgreSQL systems
  • API Development using REST and GraphQL
  • Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD using Terraform or AWS CloudFormation and GitHub Actions or Jenkins
Nice to have
  • Experience with real-time or event-driven architectures
  • Experience with cloud cost management and FinOps practices
  • Experience applying AI to operational data
  • Experience with factory provisioning or manufacturing systems
  • Experience with e-commerce or payment integrations
What the job really is

As a Backend Engineer at Fellow, you will be responsible for building, scaling, and operating backend systems and IoT infrastructure that connect kitchen products to the cloud. Your role involves designing robust services on AWS, managing database performance, implementing IoT services, and ensuring system reliability. You will also collaborate with various teams to streamline development processes and explore integrations that enhance product functionality.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation including employee bonus and equity plan
  • Generous paid time off plan
  • 401k with company contribution after 6 months of employment
  • Medical/dental/vision insurance
  • Better Yourself Wellness credit & Better Your Community donation matching
  • Monthly Fitness Stipend
Things to weigh
  • In-office presence required
  • Role involves hands-on technical work
  • Vague on specific technologies used in the stack
  • High level of responsibility for device-to-cloud stack
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