Teammates

This role will report to the Manager of Digital Footprint Team and work alongside our Engineering team members.

Skills and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience: 6+ years of professional experience in Backend Software development. Full Stack knowledge is a plus. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of modern web technologies and be comfortable working with large-scale data systems.
• Technical Skills:We expect you to have deep knowledge and understanding, as well as strongly-held opinions about some of the below technologies (or similar). We want to hear your thoughts on best practices, patterns, code smells, ways to improve performance, etc. What things would you teach our other engineers? What has bitten you in the past? What things help you consistently deliver software that is of the highest quality, and why?Backend:Required: Strong understanding of Typescript, Node.js, messaging queues (ie. AWS SQS), MongoDB.Nice to have: Experience with Python (Django, FastAPI, or Flask). Familiarity with Airflow, PostgreSQL and NestJS.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and creatively. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Customer Mindset: Proven ability to engage with customers and understand their needs.

• Domain Knowledge: Experience in AI is preferred.

Flexibility and Logistics:

Location: Hybrid in Los Angeles / San Francisco / New York, working Tuesday - Thursday in office. We will hire remote in the US / Canada for extraordinary candidates.

1. Compensation: Competitive salary, generous equity, comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage with covered premiums, 401(k), additional benefits including wellness/commuter/FSA stipends.
2. What happens if my kid or I are sick on a workday? Take all the time you need! We’ll cover for you. And send you some soup.

Why join Laurel:

• To date, we've secured significant funding from renowned venture capitalists (Google Ventures, IVP, Anthos, Upfront Ventures), as well as notable individuals like Marc Benioff, Gokul Rajaram, Kevin Weil, and Alexis Ohanian
• A smart, fun, collaborative, and inclusive team
• Great employee benefits, including equity and 401K
• Bi-annual, in-person company off-sites, in unique locations, to grow and share time with the team
• An opportunity to perform at your best while growing, making a meaningful impact on the company's trajectory, and embodying our core values: understanding your "why," dancing in the rain, being your whole self, and sanctifying time

We encourage diverse perspectives and rigorous thinkers who aren't afraid to challenge the status quo. Laurel is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are not able to support visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. 

If you think you'd be a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t perfectly match all the bullet points in the job description. At Laurel, we strive to create an inclusive culture that encourages people from all walks of life to bring their unique, diverse perspectives to work. Every day, we aim to build an environment that empowers us all to do the best work of our careers, and we can't wait to show you what we have to offer!

Compensation: $251K - $275K