Senior Backend Engineer
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A Senior Backend Engineer designs, builds, and scales the backend services that power Popl’s in-person GTM platform, ensuring reliability, performance, and security across APIs and infrastructure.
About this role
Who We Are
Popl is defining a new category we call In-Person Go-To-Market.
We help revenue teams turn real-world interactions — trade shows, conferences, field events, and meetings — into measurable pipeline and revenue. Our AI-native platform powers event lead capture, enrichment, and real-time CRM sync, transforming every badge scan into a high-quality, actionable lead.
In a world where digital channels are saturated, we're building the infrastructure that makes in-person GTM measurable, scalable, and revenue-driving. Our mission is simple: help companies around the world turn in-person events into a measurable & scalable growth channel.
About the Role
As a Senior Backend Engineer at Popl, you will help build and scale the systems that power our platform. You’ll write high-quality backend code, support APIs, and ensure our infrastructure is reliable, secure, and performant.
You’ll take ownership of backend services, proactively identifying issues and opportunities for improvement while collaborating closely with other engineers. This role is ideal for a self-starter who enjoys building scalable systems and growing alongside a fast-moving team.
What You’ll Do
Write and push code for the Popl Backend
Work with other engineers on using APIs, documentation and tests
Monitor logs and resolve any issues quickly
Collaborate with the team regarding infrastructure decisions
Attend daily stand ups with the engineering team (We promise we are fun :))
Learn a lot and grow with us
What We’re Looking For
4+ years of Backend Experience
Stack: Node.js, Typescript, AWS / Google Cloud, SQL & Restful APIs
High attention to detail
Experience building scaled software systems
Being detail oriented is a must, include “detail oriented” in your application
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice to Haves
Truly enjoys writing high quality, bug free code
Loves meeting new people
Familiarity with conferences
Why join us?
Be part of a rocket-ship startup redefining how professionals connect and grow.
Work closely with experienced leaders and cross-functional teams to shape our financial strategy.
Make a measurable impact in a role critical to our long-term success.
Fully remote
Competitive salary
Meaningful equity
Full insurance & benefits
Unlimited PTO
$150 monthly wellness credit
Constant daily learning
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