Staff Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have extensive experience in backend engineering, particularly with Go, and understand the intricacies of building and maintaining scalable backend systems. You thrive in environments where you can improve developer experience and platform reliability, and you have a track record of implementing high-leverage improvements in backend infrastructure.

You are skilled in diagnosing failures and optimizing performance, enabling engineers to iterate faster and with greater confidence. Your collaborative spirit allows you to work effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring that backend services meet the needs of various stakeholders.

What you'll do

As a Staff Software Engineer on the Backend Infrastructure team, you will take ownership of Thumbtack's Go backend platform, which is critical to the company's operations. You will focus on enhancing the reliability and performance of backend services, working closely with other engineering teams to identify areas for improvement.

You will lead initiatives to establish clear ownership of backend infrastructure, ensuring that it receives the sustained investment it requires. Your role will involve collaborating with engineers across the company to facilitate faster iterations and easier diagnostics of backend services.

You will also be responsible for mentoring junior engineers, sharing your expertise in Go and backend systems, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of Thumbtack's backend operations.

What we offer

At Thumbtack, you will be part of a mission-driven team that is dedicated to helping homeowners manage their projects effectively. We offer a supportive work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. You will have the opportunity to work remotely while being part of a dynamic team that values your input and expertise. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe in the potential of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.