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Full-Time

Software Engineer II

Posted on 6/28/2024

GOAT Group

GOAT Group

1,001-5,000 employees

Marketplace for authentic sneakers and apparel

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$129k - $161kAnnually

Junior, Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Ruby
Go
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • 12 months of work experience in a similar position
  • Must pass company's standard technical test
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop backend systems using Ruby and/or Golang
  • Deploy applications and microservices in a cloud environment
  • Analyze business requirements and modify existing systems
  • Manage projects of larger scopes
  • Formulate game plans for feature delivery
  • Make technical recommendations to improve codebase
  • Identify and fix technical bugs and performance issues
  • Coordinate and communicate across technical and product teams
  • Contribute to code reviews and team processes

GOAT Group operates four brands—GOAT, Flight Club, Grailed, and alias—focused on providing authentic sneakers, apparel, and accessories to a global community of over 50 million members in 170 countries. The company connects buyers and sellers through its platforms, ensuring product authenticity with strict verification processes. Revenue is generated through transaction fees, premium services, and partnerships. GOAT Group stands out in the competitive fashion and streetwear market by catering to sneaker enthusiasts, fashion-forward individuals, and collectors, while leveraging its technological infrastructure to create a secure and seamless marketplace experience.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$500.9M

Headquarters

Bellflower, California

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $300 million in venture capital funding provides GOAT with significant resources to fuel its growth and innovation.
  • GOAT's expansion into new fashion categories and features like 'Spaces' can attract a broader customer base and increase user engagement.
  • The acquisition of Grailed and investment in men's fashion marketplace Grailed can lead to synergies and a stronger market position in the fashion resale industry.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the fashion resale market is intense, with players like The RealReal and Rent the Runway also vying for market share.
  • Integrating Grailed and aligning its operations with GOAT's existing platform could present logistical and cultural challenges.

What makes GOAT Group unique

  • GOAT Group's acquisition of Grailed positions it as a comprehensive hub for both secondhand and new fashion, setting it apart from competitors focused solely on resale or new items.
  • The introduction of innovative features like 'Spaces' allows GOAT to offer a unique, interactive shopping experience that blends eCommerce with social media elements.
  • GOAT's strategic partnerships, such as the auction of exclusive Air Jordans to benefit student-athletes, highlight its commitment to community engagement and brand differentiation.

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