Full-Time

Staff Frontend Engineer

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Patreon

Patreon

1,001-5,000 employees

Membership platform connecting creators and fans

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid work model requiring in-office presence 2 days per week.

Category
Frontend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Babel
JavaScript
React.js
Node.js
TypeScript
Next.js
Yarn
CircleCI
Webpack
Requirements
  • 8+ years of experience in software development
  • Holds a high standard of quality and craft with an eye for UX and engineering detail
  • Comfortable with project leadership, including scoping, architecture and modeling, process refinement and delegation of responsibilities
  • In depth knowledge of Typescript/Javascript
  • Expertise in React, Node.js and Yarn/NPM with Next.js experience
  • Strong working knowledge of modern web technologies, specifically REST
  • Experience tuning build tools like Webpack, Babel, and CircleCI to make you and your teammates more efficient
  • Preference for practicality over dogmatism
  • Penchant for solving complex requirements with elegant and simple solutions
Responsibilities
  • Lead the design and development of key products that enhance the experience of Patreon creators
  • Work with teams of engineers to break down and solve complex problems
  • Establish and codify patterns and best practices in the areas of system design, performance, and testing
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to align product deliverables with a long-term technical vision
  • Partner to build and adopt engineering systems and solutions that will accelerate product development in the long-run
  • Build a strong product-minded engineering culture by mentoring and guiding engineers

Patreon is a membership platform that connects artists and creators with their most dedicated fans, allowing them to earn a sustainable income. It serves a variety of creative professionals, including writers, musicians, visual artists, and podcasters. Creators can set up different membership tiers that offer exclusive content and experiences to their fans, who subscribe for a monthly fee. This model provides a reliable income stream, which is often more stable than traditional revenue sources like advertising. Patreon takes a percentage of the creators' earnings, ensuring that the company's success is tied to the success of its users. The platform also offers tools to help creators manage their memberships and engage with their patrons. The goal of Patreon is to support independent creators by providing them with financial stability and a closer connection to their audience.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$342.5M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for exclusive content boosts Patreon's appeal to creators and fans.
  • Integration with platforms like AltStore expands Patreon's monetization opportunities.
  • Rising interest in niche communities aligns with Patreon's tailored content offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Alleged privacy violations could lead to legal challenges and reputational damage.
  • Recent layoffs and office closures may indicate financial instability.
  • Free memberships might reduce revenue from paying subscribers if not managed well.

What makes Patreon unique

  • Patreon offers a direct support model for creators, unlike ad-based platforms.
  • It provides exclusive content and experiences, enhancing creator-fan engagement.
  • Patreon aligns its success with creators' earnings, fostering a mutually beneficial ecosystem.

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Benefits

Competitive Pay & Equity - Our company was built on the idea of value for value. To get the best on board, we provide competitive base salaries, stock options, and a 401k program.

The Bells and Whistles - As they say, it’s the little things: commuter stipend, computer gear, standing desks, a learning stipend for your professional development and a monthly patronage stipend.

Health Coverage - We offer incredible healthcare options for you and your loved ones (including dental, vision and mental health), as well as snacks and a daily catered lunch.

Balance & Wellness - We offer a gym stipend (or Fitness SF membership), as well as unlimited vacation and sick leave.