Full Stack Engineer
$130k - $150k USD
About Pearpop
Pearpop is redefining how brands harness creators to reach and inspire new audiences. As a full-service creative partner, we combine creative strategy, creator curation, and media amplification to deliver content that moves culture and drives results. With best-in-class creative, unmatched creator access, and a data-driven approach, we craft strategic, insight-driven campaigns backed by full-stack technology and performance media. Whether acting as a standalone creator solution or an extension of your team, Pearpop ensures every campaign is seamless, impactful, and culturally relevant.
Working at Pearpop
We're bringing together a smart and passionate team of creative builders to join us as we are a growth-stage, high-performance startup. In addition to competitive salaries, we have all the good stuff – equity, generous health and dental insurance, 401(k), and unlimited PTO. This is a remote position if based outside of LA or hybrid if located in LA; fully stocked with snacks, beverages, cold brew, and all the good stuff!
Position Overview
As a Mid-level Full Stack Engineer, you’ll contribute to Pearpop’s platform by developing scalable back-end systems and integrating user-facing interfaces, with a primary focus on server-side applications using Node.js. You’ll design and implement RESTful APIs, optimize database performance, and ensure seamless front-end integration (using React or similar). Working closely with product, design, and talent teams, you’ll help build creator-centric features, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high code quality through code reviews. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, collaboration, and enthusiasm for the creator economy, with opportunities to grow under senior engineering mentorship.
Key Responsibilities
Back-End Development: Develop and maintain server-side applications using Node.js, focusing on performance, scalability, and reliability for creator and brand workflows.
API Development: Design and implement RESTful APIs to support front-end services, creator tools, and brand integrations, ensuring low latency and high reliability.
Database Management: Work with database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB) and ORMs like Sequelize to build and optimize data models for efficient storage and retrieval.
Front-End Integration: Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate server-side logic with user-facing elements (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3), ensuring a cohesive user experience.
Performance Optimization: Optimize applications for speed and scalability, leveraging cloud platforms (GCP, AWS) to support high-volume creator interactions.
Security Implementation: Apply security and data protection measures (e.g., authentication via Gravitee, encryption) to safeguard user and creator data.
Troubleshooting and Debugging: Identify and resolve technical issues across back-end and front-end systems, ensuring optimal platform performance and minimal downtime.
Code Quality: Participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality, adhering to best practices and Pearpop’s engineering standards.
Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with product, design, and talent teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions aligned with Pearpop’s creator-centric vision.
Stay Current: Keep up with industry trends in back-end and full-stack development, incorporating relevant technologies to enhance Pearpop’s platform.
Requirements
Experience: 5+ years in software development, with 2+ years focused on back-end development using Node.js and 1+ years contributing to front-end development (React or similar).
Back-End Skills:
Proficiency in JavaScript and Node.js frameworks (e.g., Hono).
Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices.
Familiarity with database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite) and ORMs like Sequelize.
Knowledge of authentication systems (e.g., Gravitee, OAuth) and basic security practices.
Front-End Skills: Basic proficiency in front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3) for integrating user-facing elements with server-side logic.
Version Control: Strong experience with Git and GitHub for version control and collaborative development.
Cloud and DevOps: Familiarity with cloud platforms (Google Cloud Platform, AWS, Cloudflare) and containerization (Docker), with basic knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions).
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in a fast-paced environment.
Collaboration: Experience working with cross-functional teams (e.g., product, design) to deliver cohesive solutions.
Cultural Fit: Passion for social media, internet culture, and the creator economy, with a collaborative and proactive mindset.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience accepted.
Preferred Skills
Experience with creator economy, social media, or e-commerce platforms.
Familiarity with front-end frameworks like Next.js or state management tools (e.g., Redux).
Knowledge of DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
Exposure to performance monitoring tools (e.g., New Relic) or observability practices.
Basic understanding of agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana).
Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Why Pearpop?
Impactful Role: Build and optimize the technical foundation of Pearpop’s creator platform, driving innovation in the $250B creator economy.
Competitive Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 base salary
Innovative Culture: Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced startup led by a Forbes 30 Under 30 CEO, leveraging cutting-edge tech (GCP, Salesforce, AI-driven insights) to redefine creator partnerships.
Growth Opportunities: Grow your skills under senior engineering mentorship, with opportunities to contribute to high-impact projects.