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Senior Backend Software Engineer

PinterestToronto, ON, CA
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should have:Extensive experience in backend development and a strong understanding of various programming languages and frameworks. A solid grasp of system design and architecture principles. Experience working in Agile environments, with a focus on team collaboration and communication. A proactive mindset in identifying and solving technical challenges. Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and practices. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

About the job

About Pinterest:

At Pinterest, we inspire millions globally to explore creative ideas, envision new possibilities, and plan for unforgettable moments. Our mission is to empower everyone to create a life they love, starting with the dedicated team behind our innovative platform.

Join a career that fuels innovation for countless users, turns passion into growth opportunities, and celebrates diverse experiences while embracing the flexibility to perform at your best. Creating a fulfilling career is not just a dream; it's possible with us.

We seek inquisitive, versatile Senior Full-Stack and Backend Engineers to join our Monetization and Core engineering teams. Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to enable cutting-edge technologies and experiences. You will build robust frameworks and features, empowering both developers and Pinners. Embrace the chance to devise creative solutions to challenging problems. We welcome courageous thinkers ready to initiate and lead new projects, overseeing them from concept through technical design, implementation, and release.

Multiple positions are open across various teams, including roles in both Product and Platform divisions of Pinterest.

What You'll Do:

  • Develop the backend infrastructure for Pinner-facing features, shaping the future of inspiration on Pinterest.
  • Lead and contribute to all stages of the product development lifecycle, from ideation and rapid prototyping to implementation and release, including running A/B tests and architecting scalable solutions for millions of users.
  • Collaborate with design, product, and backend teams to create end-to-end functionality.
  • Adopt the perspective of a Pinner to propose innovative product ideas and features.
  • Utilize automated testing to ensure high technical quality in the features you develop, taking ownership of the components.
  • Advance your engineering skills by collaborating with world-class peers on impactful projects.
  • Design, develop, and manage large-scale, distributed systems and networks.
  • Engage with Engineering stakeholders to understand new requirements and provide scalable solutions.

About Pinterest

Pinterest is a platform that connects millions of people with their creative potential. We are committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity, ensuring that our team members can thrive while contributing to a product that inspires joy and creativity in users worldwide.

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