Software Engineer, Backend

The role

You will build impactful features for workers and businesses by collaborating with leadership and cross-functional partners. You will lead key initiatives from design through implementation and help shape technical systems and team culture.

What you will do

• Collaborate with leadership team and cross-functional partners to build features
• Take the lead on key initiatives from design through implementation and delivery
• Help shape technical systems, internal tools, and team culture
• Balance pragmatism with care for scalable and maintainable solutions
• Support and mentor teammates

Required qualifications

• Deep experience in backend development (Python)
• Understanding of how backend systems support product and user-facing experiences
• Experience leading projects or product areas
• Strong communication skills

Nice to have

• Experience mentoring others or helping grow a team

Benefits

• Remote work culture with optional office hubs in SF, NY & Toronto
• In-person company offsites
• Medical, dental, & vision coverage
• Flexible time off
• 401(k)
• WFH stipend to support your home office needs

About the company

WorkWhile is on a mission to help workers earn a better living and live better lives. The company is creating a flexible and efficient labor market powered by AI.