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We're backed by General Catalyst, Sound Ventures (Ashton Kutcher and Guy Oseary), QED Investors, Google's Gradient Ventures, Expa and prominent investors who have financed and built iconic companies like YouTube, Substack, Twitch, Box, Hims, Instacart, Lyft, and more.\nAbout the role:\nNearly 20,000 amazing Founders have applied for membership since we first launched and our revenue has grown 8x. Most importantly, we have saved our average member over $16,000 annually in taxes.\nWe're looking for an experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join and be a key member of our engineering team. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining our backend systems, ensuring seamless data flow and robust functionality. This is a unique opportunity to work with a talented team on challenging projects that have a real impact on our industry.\nResponsibilities\nDesign, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend systems.\nCollaborate with frontend developers and product teams to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.\nOptimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.\nImplement security and data protection measures.\nCreate reusable code and libraries for future use.\nProvide technical leadership and contribute to the strategic direction of our backend architecture.\nLead by example, promote a culture of egoless learning, and take on a mentorship role.\nWhat we want you to bring:\n5-6 years of experience in backend development.\nAn understanding or desire to work in Python.\nDemonstrated ability to understand and explain complex technical concepts to stakeholders across a variety of disciplines.\nOur stack\nBackend: Django\nFrontend: React\nWhy work with us:\nCollective is the first online back office platform designed for Businesses-of-One.\nTax is a very challenging space and you will grow fast.\nWe were backed by top tier VCs.\nWe promote open and transparent culture within the company.\nWe're fast-paced and you learn every day.\nWhat we offer in return\nCompensation Range: $195,000 - $214,000 USD annual base salary\nThe salary ranges for the roles are posted for your convenience and review. Please understand that if an offer is presented, the offer compensation package will be based on the relevant position related skills a candidate demonstrates during our formal interview process.\nSan Francisco, CA (Hybrid work environment)\nA diverse and collaborative team culture\nStock options package\n14 company holidays + unlimited PTO\n401K\nEmployer paid Health, Vision and Dental Insurance\n100% coverage for employees\n75% coverage for dependents\nup to $5,000 for out of state travel expenses, if needed\nPC or Mac laptop + $750 Home office stipend\nPaid parental leave\nTeam events and virtual gatherings\n$600 wellness bonus\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nAt Collective, we don't just accept differences — we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and our community. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you're good at what you do, come as you are. 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