Airtable04/14/2026

Software Engineer, Product Backend (4-8 YOE)

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Responsibilities

  • 01Spec and build product features that are beautiful, consistent, and fast
  • 02Work at all levels of the stack, from AWS, Node.js, and SQL to React, HTML, and CSS to build and maintain end to end products on Airtable, with a primary focus on backend development
  • 03Partner with product managers, designers, and data scientists to understand the needs of potential users and build a product that unlocks their potential
  • 04Work alongside and learn from a talented group of engineers

Requirements

  • 01You have 4+ years of industry experience with modern full-stack web development, with particular emphasis on backend feature development
  • 02You are fluent in one or more backend technologies, and are interested in programming in JavaScript and React
  • 03You are excited by a product-oriented backend role
  • 04You have a good understanding of web technologies and large-scale web application architecture
  • 05You have a background in computer science or a related field
  • 06You believe the best product is the one that helps users accomplish their goals while growing the business
  • 07You take a thoughtful approach to decision making; knowing when to move fast and when to do things right
  • 08You have strong convictions, weakly held and assume validation and iteration are a given to produce the best results
  • 09You show strong ownership instincts and sweat the details
  • 10You are currently based and/or will be based in the San Francisco Bay Area or New York City

What we offer

  • 01Hybrid working model
  • 02Based in the San Francisco Bay Area and are open to coming into our office (Embarcadero) at least ~2-3 times/week for team collaboration
  • 03Based in New York City and are open to coming into our office (Soho) at least ~2-3 times/week for team collaboration
  • 04Compensation awarded to successful candidates will vary based on their work location, relevant skills, and experience
  • 05Our total compensation package also includes the opportunity to receive benefits, restricted stock units, and may include incentive compensation