Senior Backend Engineer

Remote
Full-time
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About the role

Who We Are

Popl is defining a new category we call In-Person Go-To-Market. We help revenue teams turn real-world interactions — trade shows, conferences, field events, and meetings — into measurable pipeline and revenue. Our AI-native platform powers event lead capture, enrichment, and real-time CRM sync, transforming every badge scan into a high-quality, actionable lead.

In a world where digital channels are saturated, we're building the infrastructure that makes in-person GTM measurable, scalable, and revenue-driving. Our mission is simple: help companies around the world turn in-person events into a measurable & scalable growth channel.

About the Role

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Popl, you will help build and scale the systems that power our platform. You’ll write high-quality backend code, support APIs, and ensure our infrastructure is reliable, secure, and performant.

You’ll take ownership of backend services, proactively identifying issues and opportunities for improvement while collaborating closely with other engineers. This role is ideal for a self-starter who enjoys building scalable systems and growing alongside a fast-moving team.

What You’ll Do

  • Write and push code for the Popl Backend
  • Work with other engineers on using APIs, documentation and tests
  • Monitor logs and resolve any issues quickly
  • Collaborate with the team regarding infrastructure decisions
  • Attend daily stand ups with the engineering team (We promise we are fun :))
  • Learn a lot and grow with us

What We’re Looking For

  • 4+ years of Backend Experience
  • Stack: Node.js, Typescript, AWS / Google Cloud, SQL & Restful APIs
  • High attention to detail
  • Experience building scaled software systems
  • Being detail oriented is a must, include “detail oriented” in your application
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Haves

  • Truly enjoys writing high quality, bug free code
  • Loves meeting new people
  • Familiarity with conferences

Why join us?

  • Be part of a rocket-ship startup redefining how professionals connect and grow

  • Work closely with experienced leaders 

  • Make a measurable impact in a role critical to our long-term success.

  • Full insurance & benefits + 401K for all employees

  • Free $150/month wellness credit

  • Competitive salary

  • Meaningful equity

  • Unlimited PTO

  • Fully remote

  • Constant daily learning

About Popl

Your AI GTM platform for In-Person Events

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Job details

Salary

$140,000 - $180,000

Location

Remote

Experience

3+ years

Company

NamePopl
IndustryB2B
Team Size60

Funding

Total raised

$3M

Last stage

Seed

Investors

Y Combinator

Founders

NE

Nick Eischens

Co-founder

JA

Jason Alvarez-Munez

Co-founder

Jason Alco

Jason Alco

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What happens next.

No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.

01

Confirm the fit

A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.

02

I pitch you to the company

I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.

03

A meeting lands on your calendar

If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.