Backend-Leaning Product Engineer
Hybrid · San Francisco, California, United States
Job Summary
Backend-leaning product engineer at a small, high-ownership B2B SaaS startup. You’ll own customer-facing features end-to-end from design to shipping, build and maintain backend systems, APIs, data models, and automation pipelines, and integrate with external tools and legacy systems. You’ll design workflows for AI/automation-driven product features, debug production issues, and collaborate closely with founders, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders in a hybrid San Francisco setting. The role emphasizes backend ownership with occasional full-stack work. Nice-to-have items include experience with applied AI, Python proficiency, systems integration, and early-stage startup background. No visa sponsorship available; located in San Francisco or willing to relocate; hybrid/in-office presence required.
Required Qualifications
- Backend-focused software engineering with hands-on experience designing, implementing, and shipping customer-facing features
- Demonstrated ownership of the full feature lifecycle — ideation, implementation, and iteration based on customer feedback
- Track record of shipping real products, ideally in 0-to-1 or ambiguous, fast-moving environments
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
- Must be legally eligible to work in the US without employer sponsorship
- Based in San Francisco or willing to relocate; hybrid/in-office presence required
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