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Palmstreet

Backend Software Engineer

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About Palmstreet:

Palmsteet is a community-obsessed live shopping platform connecting over 2 million passionate collectors and sellers. Starting with plants in 2020, we've evolved to include handmade crafts, collectible toys, and unique finds from talented sellers worldwide.

Backed by top Silicon Valley VCs (a16z, Craft Ventures, Headline), we're building the 'World's Online Main Street'—bringing authentic personal connections and the thrill of discovering one-of-a-kind treasures to social online experiences.

With explosive growth over the past 24 months, we're scaling rapidly and looking for exceptional talent to join us in shaping the future of social commerce.

Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain robust backend services and APIs that power both web and mobile applications using Node.js and TypeScript

  • Work closely with PM, design, and infrastructure teams to build scalable products and services

  • Establish self as an owner of a particular component, feature, or system with expert end-to-end understanding.

  • Successfully completes projects at large scope while maintaining a consistently high level of productivity

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience creating web interfaces using React, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to integrate with backend services

Qualifications:

  • BS (or higher) in Computer Science

  • 5+ years experience of building highly scalable and reliable infrastructure

  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin

Your Location:

  • Remote - Anywhere in the Canada

Compensation:

  • Pay Range: $150,000 - $185,000 CAD

  • Equity grants will also be provided as part of the total compensation package.

Why Join Us?

  • Shape the future of live shopping: Be part of a dynamic team revolutionizing the online shopping experience, combining creativity and technology to create immersive, interactive platforms for sellers and buyers alike.

  • Collaborate with industry pioneers: Work alongside a nimble, innovative team, backed by some of the most prestigious VCs in Silicon Valley, with opportunities to influence the product direction.

  • Solving complex challenges: You'll take on complex problems that others haven't yet been able to solve, driving innovation and pushing boundaries in your work.

  • Thrive in a flat, startup environment: Take full ownership of your projects while working alongside a supportive team that values collaboration and mutual respect.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Palmstreet is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from everyone—especially those whose identities are traditionally underrepresented in tech. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For roles in Canada, we also comply with the Employment Equity Act.

Application Process

We’re excited to review your application! If your experience aligns with what we’re looking for, our hiring team will reach out to schedule an initial screening call and walk you through the next steps of our interview process.

While we try our best to respond to everyone, the high volume of applications may mean we’re unable to provide individual updates if we decide not to move forward.

To stay connected and explore future opportunities, follow us on LinkedIn or visit us at https://palmstreet.app/careers.

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