Senior Backend Software Engineer

WireScreen is an innovative startup specializing in open-source intelligence for navigating global supply chains and assessing risks related to China. We leverage comprehensive corporate ownership records from China to reveal intricate networks and financial connections that inform national security and regulatory compliance.

With backing from Sequoia Capital and Harpoon Ventures, our talented team includes award-winning journalists and seasoned engineers from top tech companies like Google and Twitter. Having launched our product just three years ago, we already have significant traction with leading government clients. If you're passionate about enhancing transparency in complex global systems, this is an exciting opportunity to join us.

As a Senior Backend Software Engineer, you will collaborate closely with a product manager, UX designer, and fellow engineers to design and build next-generation platform features. You will tackle a variety of intriguing challenges, including modeling extensive graph relationships, augmenting datasets through new pipeline stages, and optimizing data delivery to our web UI and various products. Your role will not only involve delivering features to enhance our revenue but also scaling systems to manage substantial data growth and improving software performance.

Excellent communication skills are essential in this role as you will engage with our research team of international business and regulatory experts. We foster a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and mutual support. We are eager to find someone with a positive outlook and a can-do spirit who is ready to solve challenging problems. Reporting directly to the Head of Engineering, you will have exceptional opportunities for rapid career growth while developing a diverse skill set alongside a passionate team.

What You'll Do:

• Collaborate with team members to deliver valuable new product features.
• Contribute to our technical vision.
• Prototype innovative technology solutions to address real challenges.
• Develop scalable, reliable systems capable of processing significant amounts of data and complex queries.
• Design platform APIs that support multiple product features.
• Continuously enhance our engineering processes, documentation, tools, and systems.

You Should Apply If You Have:

• 5+ years of experience as a backend or full-stack engineer.
• Proficiency in relational databases and SQL.
• A flexible mindset and willingness to explore new problem-solving approaches.
• A strong desire to build software that addresses business challenges.
• Robust technical skills to deliver quality products promptly.
• An ability to collaborate effectively and break down complex problems into achievable milestones.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical team members.
• A growth-oriented mindset and a positive attitude.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Experience with large-scale data processing engines like Apache Spark.
• Working with extensive datasets involving millions of entities, particularly in knowledge graph formats.
• Expertise in developing and scaling data pipelines.
• Experience partnering with data analysts, engineers, and scientists on data-related projects.

What You'll Love About WireScreen: At WireScreen, you will engage in high-impact work that influences global commerce and policy. We are a mission-driven team characterized by curiosity, collaboration, and a bold approach to tackling challenges. You will be empowered to take initiative, have your ideas valued, and receive support as you grow in your career.

Benefits & Perks: At WireScreen, we prioritize the well-being of our employees with a comprehensive benefits package:

• Competitive compensation including salary, equity, and opportunities for rapid growth.
• 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees.
• FSA, HSA, and 401(k) options to help you manage healthcare expenses and save for retirement.
• Generous paid time off plus company-wide holidays to ensure adequate rest and rejuvenation.
• Commuter benefits available for employees based in NYC and D.C.
• Hybrid office schedule for employees based in NYC and D.C.