Senior Backend Engineer

Tasks Platform

Posted on 11/9/2023

1,001-5,000 employees

Website

All-in-one productivity platform

Company Overview

ClickUp's mission is to save people time by making the world more productive. ClickUp has created one app to replace them all by offering docs, reminders, goals, calendars, and even an inbox – so all teams can use the same app to plan, organize, and collaborate.

B2B

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$936.8M

Founded

2016

Headquarters

San Diego, California

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 1%

1 year growth

↑ 6%

2 year growth

↑ 57%

Locations

United States

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Node.js

AngularJS

Agile

Docker

Git

Postgres

React.js

REST APIs

SCRUM

SQL

Kubernetes

Vue.js

NoSQL

Nest.js

CategoriesNew

Software Engineering

Requirements

6+ years of professional experience building backend services for SaaS products
Proven track record of building and scaling backend systems
Expertise in relational database query optimizations (prefer PostgreSQL)
Extensive background working with databases (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling
Strong understanding of RESTful API design and implementation
Experience with agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.)
Familiarity with version control systems like Git
Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling challenges
Strong communication skills, as collaboration is key to our success
Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain robust, scalable backend systems using Node.js (Express and NestJS)
Collaborate with engineers, designers, and product managers to drive projects forward
Tune and optimize database queries for maximum efficiency and performance
Optimize and improve existing code for better performance and user experience
Troubleshoot and debug issues, ensuring smooth operations
Share your knowledge and expertise to foster a culture of learning and growth

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with frontend technologies (Angular, React, Vue)
Professional experience with NodeJs, Express, and NestJS

ClickUp is the world’s only all-in-one productivity platform that flexes to the way people want to work. It replaces all individual workplace productivity tools with a single, unified platform including project management, document collaboration, spreadsheets, chat, goals, and more. On a mission to make the world more productive, ClickUp is headquartered in San Diego and scaling remotely and internationally. As one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies in the world, ClickUp helps millions of users to be more productive and save at least one day every week. 🦄

ClickUp is seeking a skilled Senior Backend Engineer to join our fast-paced internet startup. If you’re driven by teamwork, eager to learn, and have a knack for creating innovative solutions, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

- Develop and maintain robust, scalable backend systems using Node.js (Express and NestJS).

- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and product managers to drive projects forward.

- Tune and optimize database queries for maximum efficiency and performance.

- Optimize and improve existing code for better performance and user experience.

- Troubleshoot and debug issues, ensuring smooth operations.

- Share your knowledge and expertise to foster a culture of learning and growth.

Requirements:

- 6+ years of professional experience building backend services for SaaS products.

- Proven track record of building and scaling backend systems.

- Expertise in relational database query optimizations (prefer PostgreSQL).

- Extensiv background working with databases (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.

- Strong understanding of RESTful API design and implementation.

- Experience with agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.).

- Familiarity with version control systems like Git.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling challenges.

- Strong communication skills, as collaboration is key to our success.

- Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Preferred Qualifications:

- Familiarity with frontend technologies (Angular, React, Vue).

- Professional experience with NodeJs, Express, and NestJS

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary and benefits package.

- Remote work options.

- A supportive, dynamic, and fast-paced work environment.

- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a rapidly growing company.

- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Salary Range: $160,000-$205,000 (base pay) This position is eligible for the following benefits:

Equity
401(k) with up to 2% match
ClickUp swag
Teammate recognition awards
Professional development program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid parental leave
Flexible paid time off
Sabbatical program
Wellness stipend

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ClickUp was founded on a culture of hard work, consistent growth, and a desire to break norms. We’re a values-driven company and hire based on ambition, merit, and a willingness to do what it takes to succeed. We don’t care where you’re from, what you look like, or who you’re in a relationship with—we hire the best people for the job, and create an environment that supports employees on their journey to do the most exciting work of their lives! ClickUp is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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