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Staff Software Engineer, TwoTwenty

Pinterest
Location
San Francisco, CA, US; Remote, US
Posted
24 days ago
Department
Two Twenty
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 6 years of backend software engineering experience
  • Experience operating as a technical leader for large, ambiguous, cross-functional initiatives
  • Strong Python development skills
  • Experience building on top of distributed systems
  • Experience building LLM-powered or ML-backed products in production
What the job really is

The Staff Software Engineer at Pinterest will lead the technical direction of backend systems for AI-driven product experiences, including visual editing and LLM-based products. This role involves designing and implementing backend systems, architecting platform strategies, and resolving complex technical challenges while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The position requires a hands-on approach to leadership, focusing on both technical execution and mentoring engineers.

Benefits
  • Base salary range of $177,185 — $364,795 USD
  • Eligible for equity
Things to weigh
  • In-office collaboration required 1-2 times per quarter, but remote work is allowed
  • No relocation assistance provided
  • Final salary based on various factors including location and experience
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