Software Engineer - Backend
About Anon
Anon is building the platform that enables enterprises to deploy authenticated AI agents for their most critical data workflows.
We're solving one of the biggest challenges in enterprise automation: accessing and transforming data trapped behind authentication barriers. Our platform allows AI agents to securely connect to any web-based system, extract unstructured data, and deliver it through modern APIs.
Since 2023, we've helped industry leaders transform weeks-long manual processes into automated workflows that complete in minutes. We've raised $14M from Union Square Ventures, Forerunner Ventures, Okta Ventures, and Abstract Ventures.
Our vision: every business system should be accessible to AI agents. If you're excited about building the infrastructure that will power the next generation of AI applications, join our team of 12 in San Francisco.
About the Role
As a Backend Engineer at Anon, you'll build core infrastructure that powers authenticated AI agents for enterprise workflows—from secure authentication systems that handle complex logins and MFA, to resilient web automation and data processing pipelines. You'll tackle technical challenges spanning distributed systems, real-time processing, and AI-powered automation while maintaining high reliability for systems processing millions of records.
Join our engineering team in San Francisco to work at the intersection of AI and enterprise software.
Key Responsibilities
Core Platform Development
Develop resilient AI agents that navigate web interfaces, handle dynamic content, and extract data from systems without APIs
Contribute to scalable, secure APIs that power our platform-specific solutions
Build and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure components on GCP
Build authentication workflows across a multitude of platforms
Develop integrations with third-party services and APIs
Responsible for building/maintaining a testing suite
Design and implement data models, optimize database performance, and ensure data integrity
Collaborate & Learn
Work closely with senior engineers to understand system architecture and best practices
Collaborate with product team to deliver cohesive features that address business/client needs
Participate in code reviews and learn from feedback
Support customer integration efforts
What We’re Looking For
Technical Requirements
2-5 years of backend engineering experience
Strong proficiency in backend development with modern languages and frameworks (we use TypeScript/Node.js)
Experience building REST APIs and understanding of API design principles
Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows
Basic knowledge of databases such as PostgreSQL
Familiarity with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure)
Understanding of Docker and containerization
CI/CD experience with GitHub Actions is a plus
Experience with browser automation tools is a plus
Culture Fit
Autonomy - Take initiative, execute with quality, and own all outcomes
Drive - Show motivation to win, hunger to learn, and resilience through challenges
Communication - Foster clarity, trust, and alignment through effective communication and documentation
Builder - Actively create teams, products, and systems through hands-on execution
Curiosity - Drive to learn, question, and improve while exploring new ideas
Craftsmanship - Build high-quality, maintainable software while balancing best practices with pragmatism
Nice to Have
Experience with data engineering or ETL pipelines
Previous startup experience
Open source contributions
Experience with monitoring and observability tools
Knowledge of authentication protocols and security best practices
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary with significant equity in a well-funded startup
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Company-provided workstation setup of your choice
Free gym membership at your preferred location
In-person work environment and team events in San Francisco (SoMa)
In Conclusion
We're looking for builders who want to define the future of AI authentication while working across the entire technical stack. Our team includes former founders and early startup employees who have scaled products from 0 to 1. If you're excited about creating extraordinary developer experiences and working with an exceptional team, we want to talk to you.
Final Notes
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