Senior Software Engineer (Backend/Platform)

Typeface · Palo Alto, CA

Posted 26 days ago · $160,000-$200,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open: 26 days
Reposted: No
Salary listed: Yes
Ghost-job risk at Typeface: high
Hiring momentum: 22 roles opened in the last 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board: 2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Typeface's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Typeface.

About this role

As a Senior Software Engineer focused on backend and platform development, you will be responsible for building features from start to finish, collaborating with cross-functional teams including product, design, marketing, and data science. Your role involves delivering high-quality software, defining best practices for modern web applications, and developing innovative solutions across the tech stack, particularly leveraging generative AI.

Our read on this posting4.2out of 5

benefits: 4/5
freshness: 4/5
career value: 4/5
role clarity: 4/5
pay transparency: 5/5

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What you need

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field
7+ years of experience in backend development
Demonstrated experience with AI tools or Claude Code
Demonstrated experience developing on a major cloud platform (AWS/Azure/GCP)
Strong experience with database systems (relational or noSQL) and pub/sub systems (Kafka/AWS SNS/Azure EventHub)
Experience developing bulk ingestion pipelines

What you get

Competitive compensation — including salary, equity, and 401(k)
Full medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
HSA and FSA options to support your financial wellness
Flexible time off — including parental leave
Well-being programs — resources to support your mental and physical health
Daily lunch & snacks

Worth weighing

Hybrid role requiring in-office collaboration 3 days a week
Salary range provided, but actual compensation may vary based on interview assessment

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Listed by Typeface on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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