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OpenAI

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 About The Team
 
 
 
 The ChatGPT team works across research, engineering, product, and design to bring OpenAI&rsquo;s technology to the world.
 
 
 We seek to learn from deployment and broadly distribute the benefits of AI, while ensuring that this powerful tool is used responsibly and safely. We aim to make our innovative tools globally accessible, transcending geographic, economic, or platform barriers. Our commitment is to facilitate the use of AI to enhance lives, fostered by rigorous insights into how people use our products.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 We are looking for an experienced backend engineer to join our new ChatGPT Growth team to spearhead high-impact projects that amplify the user base of ChatGPT and Plus Subscribers. Your role will include projects such as optimizing account access, notifications, SEO, fostering value discovery, and virality. As we are in the nascent stages of growth at OpenAI, we will rely on you to discover pivotal areas where strategic bets or incremental efforts can catalyze significant impact. We value engineers who are impact-driven, autonomous, adept at discerning crucial insights from experimental results, and have a strong intuition for how to remove barriers to unlocking the magic of ChatGPT.
 
 
 
 In This Role, You Will
 
 
 
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 Drive long-term growth of ChatGPT through a combination of data analysis, product ideation, and experimentation to optimize product experiences.
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 Partner with iOS, Android, and fullstack engineers to
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 Plan and deploy backend systems necessary to power these product experiences.
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 Execute on projects by working closely with research, product, design, data science and other members of product teams to land impact on product goals.
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 Create a diverse and inclusive culture that makes all feel welcome while enabling radical candor and the challenging of group-think.
 
 
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 You Might Thrive In This Role If You
 
 
 
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 Shipped features to power experiences that optimize the user funnel, such as landing pages, product pages, purchase flows, search flows, etc.
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 Are highly analytical and have experience designing and implementing A/B tests, with a scientific approach to data-based experiments. You know exactly what and how to track business metrics and KPIs, and aren&rsquo;t afraid to dive deep into data to earn the insights.
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 Have a voracious and intrinsic desire to learn and fill in missing skills. An equally strong talent for sharing that information clearly and concisely with others
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 Are comfortable with ambiguity and rapidly changing conditions. You view changes as an opportunity to add structure and order when necessary
 
 
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 About OpenAI
 
 
 
 OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core, and to achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity.
 
 
 We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.
 
 
 For additional information, please see OpenAI&rsquo;s Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
 
 
 Background checks for applicants will be administered in accordance with applicable law, and qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment consistent with those laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, for US-based candidates. For unincorporated Los Angeles County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: protect computer hardware entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon termination of employment or end of assignment; and maintain the confidentiality of proprietary, confidential, and non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected information technology systems and related data security obligations.
 
 
 To notify OpenAI that you believe this job posting is non-compliant, please submit a report through this form. No response will be provided to inquiries unrelated to job posting compliance.
 
 
 We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, and requests can be made via this link.
 
 
 OpenAI Global Applicant Privacy Policy
 
 
 At OpenAI, we believe artificial intelligence has the potential to help people solve immense global challenges, and we want the upside of AI to be widely shared. Join us in shaping the future of technology.
 
 
 Compensation Range: $185K - $385K
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Backend Software Engineer, Growth

Handshake

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 About Handshake
 
 
 
 Handshake is the career network for the AI economy. 20 million knowledge workers, 1,600 educational institutions, 1 million employers (including 100% of the Fortune 50), and every foundational AI lab trust Handshake to power career discovery, hiring, and upskilling, from freelance AI training gigs to first internships to full-time careers and beyond. This unique value is leading to unparalleled growth; in 2025, we tripled our ARR at scale.
 
 
 
 Why Join Handshake Now
 
 
 
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 Shape how every career evolves in the AI economy, at global scale, with impact your friends, family and peers can see and feel
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 Work hand-in-hand with world-class AI labs, Fortune 500 partners and the world&rsquo;s top educational institutions
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 Join a team with leadership from Scale AI, Meta, xAI, Notion, Coinbase, and Palantir, among others
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 Build a massive, fast-growing business with billions in revenue
 
 
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 About The Role
 
 
 
 As a Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in building the products and systems that power Handshake&rsquo;s core user experiences&mdash;from search and discovery to onboarding and beyond. You&rsquo;ll work across the full stack, shipping features that directly impact how millions of users find opportunities, connect with employers, and launch their careers.
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver polished, end-to-end experiences in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Whether you&rsquo;re building AI-powered features, scaling backend systems, or crafting intuitive frontends, your work will have real, measurable impact on users at scale.
 
 
 
 Location: San Francisco, CA | 5 days/week in-office
 
 
 
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 Design and implement scalable full-stack systems powering core user journeys, including search, discovery, matching, and onboarding flows.
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 Build and iterate on product features across frontend and backend surfaces, balancing speed with code quality and correctness.
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 Ship backend APIs, asynchronous workflows, and frontend experiences that are reliable, scalable, and intuitive.
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 Partner closely with product managers and designers to translate requirements into polished, end-to-end user experiences.
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 Write high-quality, maintainable code while contributing to code reviews and engineering best practices.
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 Debug and resolve issues related to system reliability, user flows, and performance.
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 Contribute to architectural decisions and help establish patterns for scalable, secure deployments.
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 Grow toward increased technical ownership by learning from senior engineers on the team.
 
 
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 Desired Capabilities
 
 
 
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 2+ years of professional software engineering experience building full-stack applications.
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 Strong proficiency in TypeScript, with comfort working across frontend and backend.
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 Experience with modern web stacks (e.g., React, Next.js, GraphQL, Ruby on Rails).
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 Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) and data modeling.
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 Product-oriented mindset with a focus on user experience and business outcomes.
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 Strong communication skills and comfort collaborating cross-functionally with product, design, and other engineering teams.
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 Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on continuous learning and improvement.
 
 
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 Extra Credit
 
 
 
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 Experience with AI-powered products, chatbots, conversational interfaces, or agentic frameworks (e.g., OpenAI APIs).
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 Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools such as Temporal or asynchronous job systems.
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 Exposure to matching systems, marketplaces, or multi-step onboarding flows.
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 Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP) and deployment pipelines.
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 Background at high-growth or scaling technology companies.
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 Familiarity with component libraries, design systems, and building reusable interfaces for rapid deployment.
 
 
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 Perks
 
 
 
 Handshake delivers benefits that help you feel supported&mdash;and thrive at work and in life.
 
 
 
 
 The below benefits are for full-time US employees.
 
 
 
 
 🎯
 
 Ownership:
 
 Equity in a fast-growing company
 
 
 💰
 
 Financial Wellness
 
 : 401(k) match, competitive compensation, financial coaching
 
 
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 Family Support:
 
 Paid parental leave, fertility benefits, parental coaching
 
 
 💝
 
 Wellbeing:
 
 Medical, dental, and vision, mental health support, $500 wellness stipend
 
 
 📚
 
 Growth:
 
 $2,000 learning stipend, ongoing development
 
 
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 Remote &amp; Office:
 
 Internet, commuting, and free lunch/gym in our SF office
 
 
 🏝
 
 Time Off:
 
 Flexible PTO, 15 holidays + 2 flex days
 
 
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 Connection:
 
 Team outings &amp; referral bonuses
 
 
 Explore our mission, values, and comprehensive US benefits at joinhandshake.com/careers.
 
 
 Compensation Range: $145K - $170K
 
 
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Software Engineer

Uber

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 About The Role
 
 
 
 The Growth and Marketing Platform Data Team is looking for a highly skilled and passionate Data Engineer to build and scale Uber's data infrastructure. In this role, you'll develop high-performance data pipelines, real-time streaming systems, and robust data architectures that power Uber's growth and marketing initiatives.
 
 
 You'll collaborate with Product Managers, Data Scientists, Data Platform Engineers, and Marketing Operations to design scalable, efficient, and reliable data solutions that drive business impact. This is a highly visible and impactful role for someone who thrives on data at scale, technical leadership, and solving ambiguous problems with clarity and precision.
 
 
 
 What You Will Do
 
 
 
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 Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and backend services for processing large-scale web event analytics.
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 Lead the development of core data infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability.
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 Solve complex challenges at the intersection of low latency, high correctness, and full determinism.
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 Architect and optimize data models, ETL/ELT workflows, and distributed data processing frameworks.
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 Participate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and enforce best practices in data engineering.
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 Diagnose and resolve data quality issues, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and security.
 
 
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 Basic Qualifications
 
 
 
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 4+ years of experience in data engineering or backend software development.
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 Proficiency in Python, SQL, Java, or Scala for data pipeline development.
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 Proficiency in Big Data frameworks (e.g., Spark, Flink, Presto, MapReduce) and distributed computing.
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 Data warehouse and Data Modeling experience
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Experience in Web and SEO Analytics
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 Experience in Marketing Technologies
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 Designing and executing on Real-time and Near Real-time Systems
 
 
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 For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$171,000 per year - USD$190,000 per year. You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award &amp; other types of comp. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link https://jobs.uber.com/en/benefits., For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$171,000 per year - USD$190,000 per year. You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award &amp; other types of comp. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link https://jobs.uber.com/en/benefits.
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Data Engineer - Growth and Marketing Platform

<div>About the Role (Not an intern role)
 
 
We are looking for a passionate, hands-on Software Engineer to join Uber's BI &amp; Analytics team, which powers one of the largest business intelligence platforms in the industry. Our team owns the core BI ecosystem and is building the next generation of analytics products with a strong focus on AI-powered experiences, efficiency, and scalability. 
 
This platform enables data-driven decision-making across Uber's core businesses, including Rides, Eats, Freight, and Risk. We are actively investing in AI-assisted analytics, such as intelligent query generation, automated insights, and conversational interfaces for data. 
 
As an L4 engineer, you will contribute to building and scaling backend systems, data services, and user-facing analytics capabilities, while collaborating closely with experienced engineers and partner teams. The Analytics Ecosystem: 
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Serves 10,000+ weekly active users</li><li>
Processes 3.5M+ queries per week</li><li>
Supports engines such as Presto, Spark, and MySQL</li><li>
Powers tools like uMetric, Bullseye, Enterprise Reports, Looker, and Tableau</li></ul> 
What the Candidate Will Do - 
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Design and build end-to-end BI ecosystem solutions encompassing query creation, governance, optimization, execution, analytic extraction, and visualization, enhanced with AI-assisted features.</li><li>
Contribute to AI-powered BI features, such as query assistants, anomaly detection, and intelligent insights</li><li>
Develop and optimize core components of BI ecosystem, core engines, and services that power data-driven decision-making at scale.</li><li>
Design and implement distributed, low-latency algorithms for interactive and large-scale data processing.</li><li>
Optimize performance of cloud-based SQL BI solutions, with a focus on scalability and user experience.</li><li>
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful data solutions</li></ul> 
- Basic Qualifications - 
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.</li><li>
4+ years of experience building BI products and large scale distributed software systems.</li><li>
Solid understanding of Java/GO/Python for backend / systems software development.</li></ul> 
- Preferred Qualifications - 
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MS in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.</li><li>
Experience managing production systems with strong availability SLAs.</li><li>
Experience with cloud-based data platforms such as Snowflake, Redshift, or BigQuery.</li><li>
Proficient in BI tools, SQL compiler development, and query plan/runtime optimization.</li><li>
Fluency in Go, Python, and SQL</li><li>
Deep understanding of query planning, optimization techniques, and performance tuning.</li><li>
Experience developing or integrating AI/ML models into data and analytics workflows.</li><li>
Familiarity with conversational AI, AI-driven BI, or intelligent assistants for analytics use cases.</li><li>
Experience designing and implementing frontend/UI components, especially for data-centric applications.</li></ul> 
For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$171,000 per year - USD$190,000 per year. For Sunnyvale, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$171,000 per year - USD$190,000 per year. For all US locations, you will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award &amp; other types of comp. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link https://jobs.uber.com/en/benefits.</div>

Software Engineer II - BI and AI Analytics for Data platform

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 About Handshake
 
 
 
 Handshake is the career network for the AI economy. 20 million knowledge workers, 1,600 educational institutions, 1 million employers (including 100% of the Fortune 50), and every foundational AI lab trust Handshake to power career discovery, hiring, and upskilling, from freelance AI training gigs to first internships to full-time careers and beyond. This unique value is leading to unparalleled growth; in 2025, we tripled our ARR at scale.
 
 
 
 Why Join Handshake Now
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Shape how every career evolves in the AI economy, at global scale, with impact your friends, family and peers can see and feel
 </li>
 <li>
 Work hand-in-hand with world-class AI labs, Fortune 500 partners and the world&rsquo;s top educational institutions
 </li>
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 Join a team with leadership from Scale AI, Meta, xAI, Notion, Coinbase, and Palantir, among others
 </li>
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 Build a massive, fast-growing business with billions in revenue
 
 
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 About The Role
 
 
 
 As a
 
 Software Engineer
 
 , you will contribute to the development of critical systems that power how users join and trust our platform; spanning user acquisition, onboarding, identity, and fraud prevention. You will work alongside experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-performance software solutions. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in software engineering principles and the drive to grow through meaningful, impactful work.
 
 
 
 In This Role, You Will
 
 
 
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 Contribute to the design and implementation of platform systems that support user acquisition, onboarding, and identity infrastructure.
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 Help build and maintain fraud prevention systems to protect the integrity of our platform.
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 Write high-quality code and support robust testing strategies to ensure product reliability.
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 Collaborate with product managers, designers, and senior engineers to create seamless user experiences from first touch through activation.
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 Actively participate in code reviews and learn from experienced engineers to accelerate your technical growth.
 
 
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 Desired Capabilities
 
 
 
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 2+ years of software engineering experience, with a backend-leaning full stack orientation.
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 Foundational proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Ruby.
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 Familiarity with building or contributing to platforms and scalable infrastructure systems.
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 Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.
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 Ability to break down problems, take ownership of well-scoped tasks, and see them through to completion.
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 Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to tackle new technical challenges.
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 Clear communication skills and a collaborative, team-first mindset.
 
 
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 Extra Credit
 
 
 
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 Interest in identity, trust &amp; safety, or fraud prevention.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Perks
 
 
 
 Handshake delivers benefits that help you feel supported&mdash;and thrive at work and in life.
 
 
 The below benefits are for full-time US employees.
 
 
 🎯
 
 Ownership:
 
 Equity in a fast-growing company
 
 
 💰
 
 Financial Wellness:
 
 401(k) match, competitive compensation, financial coaching
 
 
 🍼
 
 Family Support:
 
 Paid parental leave, fertility benefits, parental coaching
 
 
 💝
 
 Wellbeing:
 
 Medical, dental, and vision, mental health support, wellness stipend
 
 
 📚
 
 Growth:
 
 Learning stipend, ongoing development
 
 
 💻
 
 Remote &amp; Office:
 
 Internet, commuting, and free lunch/gym in our SF office
 
 
 🏝
 
 Time Off:
 
 Flexible PTO, 15 holidays + 2 flex days
 
 
 🤝
 
 Connection:
 
 Team outings &amp; referral bonuses
 
 
 Explore our mission, values, and comprehensive US benefits at
 
 joinhandshake.com/careers
 
 .
 
 
 Compensation Range: $145K - $170K
 
 
</div>

Software Engineer, Acquisition & Identity

Collective

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 About Collective
 
 
 
 Collective is on a mission to redefine the way businesses-of-one work. Our technology and team of trusted advisors help members achieve financial independence by taking care of everything from business incorporation to accounting, bookkeeping, tax services, and access to a thriving community, all in one integrated platform. We believe in empowering self-employed people to enjoy the same tax savings that big companies get, so they can focus on their passion, not paperwork.
 
 
 Featured in Forbes, Business Insider, Yahoo, Bloomberg, Financial Times, TechCrunch, and more. We are backed by General Catalyst, Sound Ventures (Ashton Kutcher and Guy Oseary), QED Investors, Google&rsquo;s Gradient Ventures, Expa, and other investors who have financed iconic companies like YouTube, Substack, Twitch, Box, Hims, Instacart, and Lyft.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for an exceptional software engineer to join our Growth team. In this role, you&rsquo;ll be a key contributor in designing and building both our member-facing products and internal systems. Your work will span critical areas such as the growth funnel, couponing, sales and marketing enablement tools, and member activation flows.
 
 
 Our team is small and moves quickly. We operate with a high degree of autonomy and expect strong ownership from every engineer. This is a unique opportunity to work on impactful projects that directly shape our growth funnel and member onboarding experience. You&rsquo;ll help design and build systems that accelerate member activation, improve conversion, and ensure a seamless journey from first touch to long-term engagement.
 
 
 
 What You'll Do
 
 
 
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 Build end-to-end product features in close partnership with Growth product and design teams.
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 Write high-quality, reliable code that&rsquo;s easy to maintain and scale.
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 Collaborate with the team to make key architectural decisions that drive scalability.
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 Lead by example, foster a culture of egoless learning, and mentor other engineers.
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 Approach problems with a strong product mindset, balancing technical decisions with user impact.
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 Take extreme ownership across the full lifecycle: design, execution, launch, and post-production support.
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 Drive initiatives that grow our member base to the next level of scale.
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 Enhance customer activation flows to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
 
 
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 Tech Stack &amp; Environment
 
 
 
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 Core: Python (Django/FastAPI), React, TypeScript.
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 Data/Infra: PostgreSQL, Redis, AWS, Docker/Kubernetes.
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 AI/ML (Emerging): LLM integration (OpenAI/Anthropic), LangChain/LangGraph, Vector Databases, and Agentic frameworks.
 
 
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 What You'll Bring
 
 
 
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 3+ years of professional working experience in full-stack development with a strong focus on backend systems (e.g., Python, Django), and the flexibility to dive into frontend or other areas as needed to move the product forward.
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 Proficiency in Python and PostgreSQL, with solid familiarity in AWS technologies, React, and Next.js.
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 Curiosity to explore new technologies, with the ability to thoughtfully leverage AI to enhance product experiences while understanding its limitations.
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 A strong sense of urgency and ownership in driving projects from design through execution and support.
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 Experience with programming languages commonly used in AI/ML (e.g., Python) and web development.
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 Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
 
 
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 What We Offer
 
 
 
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 Hybrid Work Model: Based in San Francisco with a balance of in-office and remote flexibility
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 Fresh Lunch: Provided on in-office days
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 Commuter Support: $150 monthly reimbursement for transit expenses
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 Health &amp; Wellness: $200 quarterly reimbursement to support your well-being
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 Time Off: Flexible PTO plus 14 company holidays
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 Comprehensive Coverage: 100% medical, dental, and vision for employees; 75% coverage for dependents
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 Parental Leave: 16 weeks fully paid
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 Retirement &amp; Ownership: 401k plan plus an equity package
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 Team Connection: Quarterly virtual events and an annual in-person summit
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Full Stack Software Engineer (Growth)

Plaid

<div>
 We believe that the way people interact with their finances will drastically improve in the next few years. We&rsquo;re dedicated to empowering this transformation by building the tools and experiences that thousands of developers use to create their own products. Plaid powers the tools millions of people rely on to live a healthier financial life. We work with thousands of companies like Venmo, SoFi, several of the Fortune 500, and many of the largest banks to make it easy for people to connect their financial accounts to the apps and services they want to use. Plaid&rsquo;s network covers 12,000 financial institutions across the US, Canada, UK and Europe. Founded in 2013, the company is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in New York, Washington D.C., London and Amsterdam.
 
 
 Plaid&rsquo;s mission is to unlock financial freedom for everyone by making money movement and access to financial data simple and secure. As a Software Engineer, you will design and build the systems that power how millions of people connect to their finances. You will work across the stack, from reliable backend services and APIs to intuitive applications that bring those systems to life. You will collaborate with engineers, product managers, and designers to ship products that make financial services more accessible and transparent. At Plaid, engineers take ownership early, grow quickly, and see their work reach millions of users.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 System Design &amp; Development: Build and maintain scalable, reliable backend or fullstack systems and APIs that power Plaid&rsquo;s products.
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 Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and deliver features that solve real customer problems.
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 Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and well-tested code. Participate in reviews to maintain high engineering standards.
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 Testing &amp; Debugging: Build automated tests, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot issues in production environments.
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 Continuous Improvement: Contribute to technical design discussions, share best practices, and help improve how we build at Plaid.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 1-4 years of software engineering experience (post-internship)
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 Proven ability to ship reliable systems or features at scale
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 Strong problem-solving skills. You turn ideas into practical, maintainable solutions.
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 High ownership. You are excited to roll up your sleeves and figure things out that don&rsquo;t have precedent at Plaid.
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 Collaborative mindset. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with others to deliver results.
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 Growth oriented. You seek feedback, learn quickly, and take pride in improving your craft.
 
 
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 $176,400 - $243,600 a year
 
 
 The target base salary for this position ranges from $176,400/year to $243,600/year in Zone 1. The target base salary will vary based on the job's location.
 
 
 
 Our Geographic Zones Are As Follows
 
 
 
 Zone 1 - San Francisco / New York City / Seattle
 
 
 Zone 2 - Los Angeles / Washington DC / Austin / Boston / Sacramento / San Diego
 
 
 Zone 3 - Atlanta / Portland / Chicago / Philadelphia / Denver / Miami / Dallas / Raleigh
 
 
 Zone 4 - All other US cities
 
 
 The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission (if applicable), equity and benefits. The pay range shown on each job posting is the minimum and maximum target for new-hire salaries. Actual pay may be higher or lower depending on factors like skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
 
 
 Our mission at Plaid is to unlock financial freedom for everyone. To support that mission, we seek to build a diverse team of driven individuals who care deeply about making the financial ecosystem more equitable. We recognize that strong qualifications can come from both prior work experiences and lived experiences. We encourage you to apply to a role even if your experience doesn't fully match the job description. We are always looking for team members that will bring something unique to Plaid!
 
 
 Plaid is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion or religious belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, military or veteran status, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Plaid is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance with your application or interviews due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected] .
 
 
 Please review our Candidate Privacy Notice here .
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