The mission of Popl is simple: We connect companies with their future customers. Popl is defining a new space called “In-Person Marketing”. Professionals and teams use our dashboard and mobile app to capture leads, share digital business cards, and enrich contacts. If you love in-person human connection, come join our mission!
About the RoleAs 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 DoWrite 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
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.
Truly enjoys writing high quality, bug free code
Loves meeting new people
Familiarity with conferences
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****
Popl is defining a new space as the first ever in-person marketing platform. Our SaaS products help companies and professionals instantly share contact info, capture leads, export to CRMs, and more. We’re on a mission to empower every person and organization to grow faster, one connection at a time.
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