Backend Engineer, Privy
Core
Building scalable backend systems and APIs for developer tooling that enables privacy and user ownership in digital products.
Role type
Senior Backend Engineer (API & Infrastructure)
Builds
Intuitive, responsive APIs and developer tooling for millions of users
Domain
Fintech / Crypto / Developer Tools
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
API development, database management, infrastructure configuration, modular code design, technical documentation
Preferred skills
Payments/fintech/crypto domain experience, open-source tooling, blockchain/smart contracts, authentication/security
Technologies
Modern cryptography, API frameworks, database systems
Responsibilities
Design and maintain production-scale backend systems, manage database migrations and infrastructure, write clear technical documentation, build intuitive developer APIs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC