Video Introduction
Brief
You will be joining a small team of backend engineers working primarily with Node.js, GraphQL, and PostgreSQL. We are looking for someone who is primarily a Node.js developer but who could also support the team with DevOps-related tasks. If you have a deep interest in DevOps technologies such as Kubernetes, ArgoCD, GKE, etc., this is a great opportunity to work with a talented backend team while leveling up your DevOps skills.
How you’ll add value at Contra:
- Develop enterprise-scale backend services using cutting edge technologies
- Write professional-quality, clean and testable TypeScript code
- Transform business requirements into relational database structures and GraphQL schemas
- Craft readable, performant and scalable SQL queries
- Collaborate with the rest of the team through planning, code reviews and regular communication
You’ll be successful here if you:
- Carefully plan your work and build for the future
- Deliver transparent, honest, and direct feedback to your peers on an early-stage product
- Enjoy participating in all parts of the product process, not just coding
- Thrive in a remote-first environment
- Are located in a timezone within 3 hours of San Francisco
- Are fluent in verbal and written English
Our stack:
- Typescript
- Backend: NodeJS, GraphQL, GraphQL Helix, Redis, PostgreSQL
- DevOps: Gitlab CI/CD, ArgoCD, Kubernetes
- Frontend: React, Suspense, & Relay
How Contra can add value for you:
- Remote-first culture
- Healthcare for employees
- Well-funded company built to scale
- Competitive salary + equity
- Generous vacation policy + paid holidays off
- Flexible parental leave
- Flexibility to choose employee or contractor status
- Team retreat post-COVID
- No Meeting Wednesdays
- Half day every third Friday of the month
- A custom slack emoji, just for you
Why join Contra?
Hear it from us:
“It’s really fulfilling to work with such a passionate team to reimagine the future of work. There’s a lot of excitement around what we’re building, but at the same time, it’s balanced with a healthy respect for each other, working async and fully remote.” - Head of Product
“Working at Contra means working with humble and talented peers at the cutting edge of technology and design trends. Being able to contribute to a product with the potential to make work "work" for the individual and empower creatives fills me with joy every single day.” - Frontend Engineer
Our interview process:
- Complete a self-assessment form (10-15 minutes)
- Non-technical (introduction & culture) interview (30-45 minutes)
- Technical interview with CTO (30-45 minutes)
- Technical interview with Frontend Lead Engineer (30-45 minutes)
- You will receive a final answer from Contra no later than 48 hours after your final interview