Software Engineering • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a solid background in software engineering with experience in building scalable applications — you've designed and implemented systems that enhance user experiences and drive growth. Your expertise in JavaScript, React, and Node.js allows you to create seamless interactions that engage users effectively.

You understand the importance of collaboration and have worked closely with product, data, design, and marketing teams — your ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders is a key strength. You are data-driven and enjoy using analytics to inform your decisions and improve user engagement.

You are passionate about user experience and have a keen eye for detail — you know how to create intuitive onboarding flows and referral systems that enhance user acquisition and retention. Your problem-solving skills enable you to tackle challenges creatively and effectively.

You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable adapting to changing priorities — you enjoy taking ownership of projects and driving them to completion. You are eager to learn and grow, and you welcome feedback as a means to improve your skills and contributions.

Desirable

Experience with A/B testing and user research methodologies would be a plus — you understand how to leverage these techniques to optimize user experiences and drive growth. Familiarity with cloud services and backend technologies can enhance your contributions to the team.

What you'll do

As a Software Engineer on the Buyer Growth team, you will lead and scale critical growth initiatives such as onboarding flows and referral systems — your work will directly impact the acquisition and retention of first-time buyers. You will design and own end-to-end systems, from backend services to frontend experiences, ensuring they are robust and user-friendly.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to build experiences that bring new users into the ecosystem — your role will involve analyzing user behavior and iterating on features to enhance engagement. You will also drive architectural decisions that support the scalability and performance of the platform.

Your responsibilities will include writing clean, maintainable code and conducting code reviews to ensure high-quality standards — you will mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the team. You will participate in sprint planning and retrospectives, helping to shape the direction of the team's projects.

What we offer

Whatnot provides a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged — you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that redefine e-commerce. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including flexible work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance.

You will be part of a collaborative team that values diverse perspectives and experiences — we believe that our collective success is driven by the unique contributions of each team member. Join us as we build the future of online marketplaces and empower individuals to turn their passions into businesses.