Provo, UT / Remote (Within US) Hybrid Employment $150,000 - $180,000 a year

Angel is hiring a Sr. Software Engineer (Backend)

About the Role

Angel is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Backend) to join the Product & Engineering team. This full-time role is open to candidates in Provo, UT or remotely within the US, focusing on backend development and system architecture.

What You'll Do

  • Design and implement scalable backend services and APIs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and ship new features
  • Optimize performance and reliability of backend systems
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices
  • Work closely with product managers to understand requirements and deliver solutions
  • Maintain and improve system architecture and documentation

What We're Looking For

  • 5+ years of professional software development experience
  • Strong proficiency in backend languages such as Python, Java, or Go
  • Experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture
  • Proven ability to design and maintain scalable APIs
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP
  • Strong understanding of database design and query optimization
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and mentor junior engineers

Nice to Have

  • Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Background in real-time communication systems or messaging platforms
  • Contributions to open-source projects
  • Experience in agile development environments

Technical Stack

  • Python, Go, Java
  • AWS, GCP
  • PostgreSQL, Redis
  • Kubernetes, Docker
  • gRPC, REST APIs

Team & Environment

    Benefits & Compensation

    • Competitive salary
    • Equity package
    • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
    • 401(k) with company matching
    • Generous paid time off and holidays
    • Flexible work hours
    • Professional development stipend
    • Remote work support and equipment allowance

    Work Mode

    This role is hybrid and open to candidates in Provo, UT or remotely within the US. Flexibility is supported for remote team members with periodic in-person collaboration.

    We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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    About company
    Angel
    Angel is a platform where thousands of 'Angel' investors choose which creative titles will be created, funded, and distributed. It enables creators and audiences to form passionate communities around creative projects, making the story behind the story as important as the final product. The studio has produced globally successful projects such as 'The Sound of Freedom' and 'Dry Bar Comedy'.
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    Job Details
    Department Product & Engineering /
    Category backend
    Posted 2 months ago