Staff Backend Engineer

You will build and scale core backend technologies and infrastructure for the World ID protocol and ecosystem. You will architect reliable, secure, decentralized, and privacy-preserving systems, provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, lead complex initiatives, and shape the platform's technical roadmap.

Responsibilities

• Architect and build mission-critical backend systems
• Provide technical guidance to engineering teams
• Lead complex cross-functional projects
• Mentor junior engineers
• Collaborate with senior leadership, product managers, and stakeholders
• Shape the technical roadmap and strategy
• Identify important tasks and drive them to completion

Requirements

• Experience in senior technical leadership positions
• Experience leading complex initiatives from start to finish
• Ability to mentor and guide engineering teams
• Expertise in designing and implementing reliable and scalable software systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan and match
• Life insurance
• Flexible time off
• Commuter benefits
• Professional development stipend
• Long-term incentive package