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Short Story This range is provided by Short Story. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$150,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yr About Us
Short Story is an award winning, technology-powered retailer dedicated to petite women 5'4" and under. Our mission is to create a seamless shopping experience for millions of petite women so they can dress with effortless confidence. As a fast-growing startup, we're revolutionizing retail with a data-driven learning system that leverages customer feedback to create exceptional, tailored products. We've been recognized by top publications like Forbes, Fortune and are backed by top institutional investors who share our vision of building the world's next great consumer brand.
At Short Story, we celebrate petiteness, boldness, and modern womanhood. Our culture combines an insatiable hunger for data, an unwavering commitment to creating superior products, and a hustle startup mentality. We have a strong sense of urgency. Since 2019, we've cultivated a team of dedicated problem solvers and fashion enthusiasts. We're excited for you to join us on this exhilarating journey.
The Role
The Software Engineer will be responsible for working within the engineering team to build software for both internal and external consumers, creating trustworthy user experiences, and turning the company vision into an executable roadmap in partnership with senior leadership.
Day To Day
Engineer reusable components and libraries for regular use Translate designs and wireframes into fully realized, high quality code Troubleshoot user experience issues and designs Collaborate with internal stakeholders on core company tools and designs Document and manage changes as well as roadmap future changes Participate fully in weekly sprints with knowledge and positivity Set direction for software design internally and externally Take ownership of the user experience and continuously improve user’s experiences
About You
You’re interested in early stage startup experience and growing a company culture Building a company from the ground up is an exciting challenge You’re able to balance software design, planning, and coding and manage your calendar You have an eye for detail and quality in product and people Your focus is on doing the right thing for your people, clients, and the world You’re excited about roadmapping for rapid growth and user count You’re happy working in an unstructured environment and excited to build future structure You flourish working independently and collaboratively in a startup environment You’re familiar with product life cycles and eager to build new designs
Your Toolkit
Grounding in CS fundamentals - you have a broad based knowledge of all things back end 3+ Python experience PostgreSQL experience preferred Strong communication skills conversationally and via Slack Experience in a startup environment a plus We work on Heroku and AWS
Why Short Story
The opportunity to be involved in an early stage start-up and build the culture The opportunity to build a unique business from the ground up The opportunity to work on interesting problems around personalization You’re interested in supporting petite women better than ever before You relish the chance to own the development of internal tooling The opportunity to take a start-up from the starting line to success
Benefits And Compensation
Attractive early stage compensation and equity package Compensation range: $150K-190K, based on experience level Unlimited vacation Medical and dental benefits Competitive startup compensation Opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced founding team Opportunity to work at a Y-Combinator backed start-up
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Software Engineer, Back End
role at
Short Story 1 year ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Software Engineer, Back End
role at
Short Story This range is provided by Short Story. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$150,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yr About Us
Short Story is an award winning, technology-powered retailer dedicated to petite women 5'4" and under. Our mission is to create a seamless shopping experience for millions of petite women so they can dress with effortless confidence. As a fast-growing startup, we're revolutionizing retail with a data-driven learning system that leverages customer feedback to create exceptional, tailored products. We've been recognized by top publications like Forbes, Fortune and are backed by top institutional investors who share our vision of building the world's next great consumer brand.
At Short Story, we celebrate petiteness, boldness, and modern womanhood. Our culture combines an insatiable hunger for data, an unwavering commitment to creating superior products, and a hustle startup mentality. We have a strong sense of urgency. Since 2019, we've cultivated a team of dedicated problem solvers and fashion enthusiasts. We're excited for you to join us on this exhilarating journey.
The Role
The Software Engineer will be responsible for working within the engineering team to build software for both internal and external consumers, creating trustworthy user experiences, and turning the company vision into an executable roadmap in partnership with senior leadership.
Day To Day
Engineer reusable components and libraries for regular use Translate designs and wireframes into fully realized, high quality code Troubleshoot user experience issues and designs Collaborate with internal stakeholders on core company tools and designs Document and manage changes as well as roadmap future changes Participate fully in weekly sprints with knowledge and positivity Set direction for software design internally and externally Take ownership of the user experience and continuously improve user’s experiences
About You
You’re interested in early stage startup experience and growing a company culture Building a company from the ground up is an exciting challenge You’re able to balance software design, planning, and coding and manage your calendar You have an eye for detail and quality in product and people Your focus is on doing the right thing for your people, clients, and the world You’re excited about roadmapping for rapid growth and user count You’re happy working in an unstructured environment and excited to build future structure You flourish working independently and collaboratively in a startup environment You’re familiar with product life cycles and eager to build new designs
Your Toolkit
Grounding in CS fundamentals - you have a broad based knowledge of all things back end 3+ Python experience PostgreSQL experience preferred Strong communication skills conversationally and via Slack Experience in a startup environment a plus We work on Heroku and AWS
Why Short Story
The opportunity to be involved in an early stage start-up and build the culture The opportunity to build a unique business from the ground up The opportunity to work on interesting problems around personalization You’re interested in supporting petite women better than ever before You relish the chance to own the development of internal tooling The opportunity to take a start-up from the starting line to success
Benefits And Compensation
Attractive early stage compensation and equity package Compensation range: $150K-190K, based on experience level Unlimited vacation Medical and dental benefits Competitive startup compensation Opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced founding team Opportunity to work at a Y-Combinator backed start-up
Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Short Story by 2x Get notified about new Software Engineer jobs in
San Francisco, CA . San Francisco, CA $160,000 - $180,000 2 days ago San Francisco, CA $130,000 - $238,000 2 weeks ago San Francisco, CA $40,000 - $70,000 2 weeks ago San Francisco, CA $145,000 - $230,000 2 weeks ago San Francisco, CA $220,000.00 - $350,000.00 2 weeks ago San Francisco, CA $150,000.00 - $230,000.00 2 months ago San Francisco, CA $150,000.00 - $176,000.00 2 months ago San Francisco, CA $130,000.00 - $140,000.00 2 weeks ago San Francisco, CA $120,000.00 - $190,000.00 8 months ago San Francisco, CA $125,000.00 - $175,000.00 3 weeks ago San Francisco, CA $130,000.00 - $240,000.00 2 days ago Alameda, CA $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 3 weeks ago San Francisco, CA $150,000.00 - $283,000.00 2 weeks ago Software Engineer, Frontend (All Levels)
San Francisco, CA $150,000.00 - $220,000.00 2 weeks ago San Francisco, CA $105,600.00 - $198,000.00 4 days ago San Francisco, CA $130,000.00 - $220,000.00 3 days ago San Francisco, CA $140,000.00 - $180,000.00 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $165,000.00 - $165,000.00 2 years ago San Francisco, CA $140,000 - $280,000 7 months ago San Francisco, CA $130,000 - $185,000 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $100,000 - $200,000 1 year ago San Francisco, CA $120,000 - $140,000 3 days ago San Francisco, CA $120,000 - $200,000 2 years ago San Francisco, CA $150,000 - $250,000 9 months ago San Francisco, CA $130,000 - $250,000 6 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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