CompScience
Senior Backend Software Engineer
CompScience, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
Senior Backend Software Engineer at CompScience join our growing team to design, build, and scale backend systems powering our AI-driven product. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by CompScience. 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 - $175,000.00/yr About CompScience
At CompScience, we're not just building software, we're saving lives. We're a high-growth startup on a mission to prevent 1 million workplace injuries through bold technological innovations, ensuring that everyone can go home safe at the end of the day. Founded in 2019 and backed by investors from SpaceX, Tesla, and Anduril, we've assembled a powerhouse team that bridges two worlds: Cutting-Edge Technology: Our product, design, and engineering teams are composed of distinguished computer vision engineers, software architects, data scientists and product and design leaders from Amazon R&D, Meta, and the self-driving car industry. They bring unparalleled expertise in AI, machine learning, and design to the realm of workplace safety. Insurance Acumen: Our insurance team understands the nuances of workers' compensation policies and translates advanced analytics into tangible insurance products that serve our clients' needs.
Our groundbreaking perception-based risk assessment program provides the most comprehensive data stream available for risk analysis and monitoring and has shown to reduce accidents in hazardous occupations. About The Role
We're looking for a passionate and driven Senior Backend Engineer to be an early cornerstone of our small but mighty engineering team. You'll design, build, and scale the backend systems that power our product. This is a hands-on role with impact on architecture, technology choices, and engineering culture. You'll collaborate closely with other engineers, own significant features, and contribute to core infrastructure as we grow. Responsibilities Develop and Maintain Scalable Backend Systems: Design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance APIs and data processing pipelines supporting application functionality and AI-driven analytics. Modernize Legacy Codebase: Evolve the existing TypeScript/JavaScript codebase to meet evolving objectives, improving efficiency and maintainability. Ensure Scalability and Reliability: Build backend systems for high availability and reliability as data and video volumes grow. AWS Expertise and Cloud Transition: Leverage AWS services (SQS, Redshift, RDS, Aurora PostgreSQL, S3, EC2) and support transition to a serverless, event-driven architecture. Improve Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to internal documentation to support development efforts and knowledge sharing. Collaboration and Leadership: Work with engineering leads, mentor junior developers, and coordinate with overseas contract partners to implement backend functionality aligned with priorities and long-term scalability.
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. 7+ years of experience building and shipping high-quality backend systems. 4+ years of experience in Cloud Infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP) and 2+ years of experience with Github Actions/Terraform/CloudFormation/Ansible. 6+ years of experience in strongly typed languages (C#/TypeScript/C++). 2+ years of experience in Docker. 2+ years of experience with ETL pipelines. GraphQL experience.
Nice-to-have
Experience with video processing tools like FFMPEG. Experience with Kubernetes. Legacy systems migration to modern systems experience.
Working at CompScience
Compensation:
CompScience is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The annual salary range for this role is $150,000 $175,000. Compensation is determined within the range based on your qualifications and experience. Our total compensation package also includes equity and comprehensive benefits. Benefits
Fast-paced startup environment where ideas become reality Opportunity to wear multiple hats and grow beyond your job description Remote-first culture with home office support Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA) 401(k) plan and life insurance Flexible time off and 12 weeks parental leave Professional development reimbursement
Our Ideal Teammate
Thrives in a fast-paced startup and is comfortable navigating ambiguity Excited to wear multiple hats and grow rapidly Committed to our mission of saving lives through technology
San Francisco, CA #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Backend Software Engineer at CompScience join our growing team to design, build, and scale backend systems powering our AI-driven product. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by CompScience. 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 - $175,000.00/yr About CompScience
At CompScience, we're not just building software, we're saving lives. We're a high-growth startup on a mission to prevent 1 million workplace injuries through bold technological innovations, ensuring that everyone can go home safe at the end of the day. Founded in 2019 and backed by investors from SpaceX, Tesla, and Anduril, we've assembled a powerhouse team that bridges two worlds: Cutting-Edge Technology: Our product, design, and engineering teams are composed of distinguished computer vision engineers, software architects, data scientists and product and design leaders from Amazon R&D, Meta, and the self-driving car industry. They bring unparalleled expertise in AI, machine learning, and design to the realm of workplace safety. Insurance Acumen: Our insurance team understands the nuances of workers' compensation policies and translates advanced analytics into tangible insurance products that serve our clients' needs.
Our groundbreaking perception-based risk assessment program provides the most comprehensive data stream available for risk analysis and monitoring and has shown to reduce accidents in hazardous occupations. About The Role
We're looking for a passionate and driven Senior Backend Engineer to be an early cornerstone of our small but mighty engineering team. You'll design, build, and scale the backend systems that power our product. This is a hands-on role with impact on architecture, technology choices, and engineering culture. You'll collaborate closely with other engineers, own significant features, and contribute to core infrastructure as we grow. Responsibilities Develop and Maintain Scalable Backend Systems: Design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance APIs and data processing pipelines supporting application functionality and AI-driven analytics. Modernize Legacy Codebase: Evolve the existing TypeScript/JavaScript codebase to meet evolving objectives, improving efficiency and maintainability. Ensure Scalability and Reliability: Build backend systems for high availability and reliability as data and video volumes grow. AWS Expertise and Cloud Transition: Leverage AWS services (SQS, Redshift, RDS, Aurora PostgreSQL, S3, EC2) and support transition to a serverless, event-driven architecture. Improve Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to internal documentation to support development efforts and knowledge sharing. Collaboration and Leadership: Work with engineering leads, mentor junior developers, and coordinate with overseas contract partners to implement backend functionality aligned with priorities and long-term scalability.
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. 7+ years of experience building and shipping high-quality backend systems. 4+ years of experience in Cloud Infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP) and 2+ years of experience with Github Actions/Terraform/CloudFormation/Ansible. 6+ years of experience in strongly typed languages (C#/TypeScript/C++). 2+ years of experience in Docker. 2+ years of experience with ETL pipelines. GraphQL experience.
Nice-to-have
Experience with video processing tools like FFMPEG. Experience with Kubernetes. Legacy systems migration to modern systems experience.
Working at CompScience
Compensation:
CompScience is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The annual salary range for this role is $150,000 $175,000. Compensation is determined within the range based on your qualifications and experience. Our total compensation package also includes equity and comprehensive benefits. Benefits
Fast-paced startup environment where ideas become reality Opportunity to wear multiple hats and grow beyond your job description Remote-first culture with home office support Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA) 401(k) plan and life insurance Flexible time off and 12 weeks parental leave Professional development reimbursement
Our Ideal Teammate
Thrives in a fast-paced startup and is comfortable navigating ambiguity Excited to wear multiple hats and grow rapidly Committed to our mission of saving lives through technology
San Francisco, CA #J-18808-Ljbffr