Back End Engineer I

About Pearpop

Pearpop is redefining how brands harness creators to reach and inspire new audiences. As a full-service creative partner, we combine creative strategy, creator curation, and media amplification to deliver content that moves culture and drives results. With best-in-class creative, unmatched creator access, and a data-driven approach, we craft strategic, insight-driven campaigns backed by full-stack technology and performance media. Whether acting as a standalone creator solution or an extension of your team, Pearpop ensures every campaign is seamless, impactful, and culturally relevant.

Working at Pearpop

We're bringing together a smart and passionate team of creative builders to join us as we are a growth-stage, high-performance startup. In addition to competitive salaries, we have all the good stuff – equity, generous health and dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, and unlimited PTO. This is a hybrid role based in our headquarters in Los Angeles; fully-stocked with snacks, beverages, cold brew, and everything else you might need!

Position Overview

We're bringing together a smart and passionate team of creative builders to join us as we are a growth-stage, high-performance startup. In addition to competitive salaries, we have all the good stuff – equity, generous health and dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, and unlimited PTO. This is a hybrid role based in our headquarters in Los Angeles; fully-stocked with snacks, beverages, cold brew, and everything else you might need!

Key Responsibilities

• API and Feature Development:

  • Build and maintain backend APIs using Node.js and JavaScript to support Pearpop’s creator platform.

  • Develop full stack features with JavaScript and web components, ensuring seamless integration with frontend and backend systems.

  • Collaborate with product and design teams to deliver user-facing features that enhance creator-brand interactions.

• Code Quality and Deployment:

  • Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable code within a monorepo structure.

  • Contribute to QA processes and CI/CD pipelines to support reliable, frequent deployments on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Cloudflare.

  • Assist in debugging and resolving production issues to maintain platform performance.

• Internal Tools and IT Support:

  • Help develop and maintain internal tools to streamline team workflows and operations.

  • Support light IT tasks, such as Google Workspace administration and user configuration, to ensure smooth team operations.

• Learning and Growth:

  • Engage in mentorship from senior engineers and the VP of Engineering to level up technical and professional skills.

  • Explore modern backend and AI-driven architectures, including exposure to Pinecone, vector embeddings, or LLMs where applicable.

  • Take on stretch projects across product and infrastructure to broaden expertise in a supportive team environment.

Required Skills and Experience

• 1+ years of professional experience in backend or full stack development, ideally in high tech or media tech.

• Hands-on experience with Node.js, JavaScript and other web dev technologies.

• Experience building APIs and user-facing features.

• Familiarity with SQL databases, with a preference for Postgres, for data management and querying.

• Working knowledge of Git, monorepo structures, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure (Google Cloud Platform preferred).

• Eagerness to learn and grow through mentorship in a fast-paced startup environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to AI technologies, such as Pinecone, vector embeddings, or large language models (LLMs), in a professional or academic setting.

• Experience in the creator economy, influencer marketing, or media technology industries.

• Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform services (e.g., Google Cloud Run, Cloud Functions, Cloud SQL) and/or Cloudflare developer services.

• Prior contributions to internal tools or light IT tasks, such as Google Workspace administration.

• Curious: Passionate about learning new technologies and exploring innovative solutions in the creator economy.

• Reliable: Dependable in delivering high-quality work and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Eager to Grow: Proactive in seeking feedback and mentorship to advance technical and professional skills.

• Adaptable: Comfortable taking on diverse tasks, from engineering to light ops, and thriving in a dynamic startup setting.

• Collaborative: Willing to help where needed and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Growth Path

• Learning and Development: Gain hands-on experience with modern backend and AI-driven architectures, mentored by senior engineers and the VP of Engineering.

• Skill Expansion: Stretch across product development, infrastructure, and AI technologies, building a versatile skill set in a supportive team.

• Career Progression: Opportunity to grow into a senior engineer or tech lead role as Pearpop scales, contributing to high-impact projects in the creator economy.

Base Salary: $90,000–$110,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Location - Fully Remote United States or Hybrid - Los Angeles, CA

Pearpop is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Pearpop celebrates and embraces diversity.